Also means
tug-of-war contest
Usage Note
Tauziehen is the tug-of-war game in which two teams pull on opposite ends of a rope. It is both a sport with organised competitions and a favourite at school sports days. Figuratively ein Tauziehen describes a prolonged negotiation or struggle between two sides.
Examples
"Das Tauziehen beim Schulsportfest war für alle das Highlight."
Natural Translation
The tug of war at the school sports day was the highlight for everyone.
Literal Translation
The tug-of-war at the school-sports-festival was for all the highlight.
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