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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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Cheeky, variant of cheek (see Cheke n.) in the phr. cheeky for chow cheek by jowl. — 1665 Lauder Journal 151.
Their was 4 sort of followers of Christ, … followers … that went cheeky for chow with him
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