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gain the upper ground

Idiom Power

Meaning

to achieve a position of advantage or superiority

Example Sentences

"The opposition gained the upper ground after the scandal."

Related Expressions

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to remain calm and not show emotion

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to get rid of something unpleasant

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the complete truth without leaving anything out

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to have financial difficulties; to feel short of money

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to begin a new stage or period in life

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to raise a false alarm