whip hands

noun

plural of whip hand
as in advantages
the more favorable condition or position in a competition unquestionably the company has the whip hand in negotiations with the labor union

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  1. advantages
  2. edges
Noun
  • Different views on the topic Republicans have structural advantages that could limit Democratic gains.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2026
  • Staying private also has advantages, particularly as restaurant stocks have broadly struggled this year.
    — Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 4 Oct. 2026
Definition of advantages
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  • Brown liner, matte finishes, smoky eyes and frosted color are being pulled forward selectively, with softer edges and modern technique giving those familiar looks another life in 2026.
    — Ashley Lynch, Sacbee.com, 28 Sep. 2026
  • Sometimes the images are blurred along the edges, while other shots seem to have been manipulated using CGI.
    — Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 28 Sep. 2026
Definition of edges
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“Whip hands.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/whip%20hands. Accessed 6 Oct. 2026.

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