JLPT N1 Advanced
接戦
A close contest, tight race, or close-range combat.
Readings
Other forms
接戦する to have a close contest
接戦になる to become a close contest
1 Noun, Suru verb
A Close Contest / A Tight Race
Describes a competitive situation where the margin between opponents is extremely narrow and the outcome remains uncertain.
Example
今日 の 試合 は 最後 まで 接戦 だった 。
Today's game was a close contest until the very end.
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2 Noun, Suru verb
Close Combat
Refers to physical warfare or fighting conducted at an extremely short distance where opponents are in direct contact.
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