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The meaning of "cheek by jowl"

" Cheek by jowl "
Meaning:
Side by side; close together.
Example:
It looks as though Barry and Freda are an item. They were certainly cheek by jowl in the club all last evening.
Where did it originate?:
Britain - 16th century.
Where is it used?:
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