as in advantage
the more favorable condition or position in a competition
finally gained the upper hand in the argument
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Recent Examples of upper hand
For the moment, Turkey has gained the strong upper hand in the current outcome, and Russia, in its hasty retreat, has suffered a devastating loss.
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Natasha Hall, Foreign Affairs, 9 Dec. 2024
Despite the progress throughout the years, white people have always and continue to have a financial upper hand in society.
—Giana Levy, refinery29.com, 15 July 2024
Compulsive bettors often operate under the illusion of control, thinking that in sports betting, compared to a game of chance like slot machines, their expertise will give them an upper hand.
—Stephen J. Nesbitt, The Athletic, 17 Apr. 2024
The increase could be a sign of buyers having an upper hand in the market, said Redfin’s Zhao.
—Ana Teresa Solá, CNBC, 4 Mar. 2025
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Natasha Hall, Foreign Affairs, 9 Dec. 2024
Despite the progress throughout the years, white people have always and continue to have a financial upper hand in society.
—Giana Levy, refinery29.com, 15 July 2024
Compulsive bettors often operate under the illusion of control, thinking that in sports betting, compared to a game of chance like slot machines, their expertise will give them an upper hand.
—Stephen J. Nesbitt, The Athletic, 17 Apr. 2024
The increase could be a sign of buyers having an upper hand in the market, said Redfin’s Zhao.
—Ana Teresa Solá, CNBC, 4 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for upper hand
Noun
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The researchers found that the flamingos use the motion of water to their advantage, combining techniques to funnel water—and the invertebrates within it—to their mouths.—
Sara Hashemi,
Smithsonian Magazine,
13 May 2025
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Build combinations for maximum impact The most powerful advantage comes from unique combinations.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
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The Indian army said in a statement late on Friday that drones were sighted in 26 locations across a wide area of India's west and northwest from Kashmir and states bordering Pakistan to the edge of the Arabian Sea.—
USA Today,
USA Today,
11 May 2025
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Five players who signed reserve/future contracts in January participated: edge rusher Tre’Mon Morris-Brash, safety Emany Johnson, receiver Jaylen Johnson, offensive lineman Karsen Barnhart and linebacker Jeremiah Jean-Baptiste.—
Daniel Popper,
New York Times,
10 May 2025
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On the road - Drive in the middle lanes and stay on high ground.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
19 May 2025
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On the road - Drive in the middle lanes and stay on high ground.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
1 May 2025
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Operating in such a variable market requires local and regional expertise, as lenders with boots on the ground often have an inside track on conditions and opportunities unique to a specific community and properties.—
Sam Sidhu,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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Operating in such a variable market requires local and regional expertise, as lenders with boots on the ground often have an inside track on conditions and opportunities unique to a specific community and properties.—
Sam Sidhu,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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“Upper hand.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/upper%20hand. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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