“Have the upper hand”

Definition

To have an advantage or control.

Examples

Examples

“This situation is a good example of "Have the upper hand".”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Have the upper hand" mean?
"Have the upper hand" means to have an advantage or control..
How do you use "Have the upper hand" in a sentence?
Example: "This situation is a good example of "Have the upper hand"."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "Have the upper hand"?
Иметь преимущество. / Ունենալ առավելություն կամ վերահսկողություն։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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