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gain the upper hand

Idiom Diplomacy

Meaning

to get control or advantage over someone

Example Sentences

"Through smart negotiation, the ambassador gained the upper hand."

Related Expressions

go to battle

to prepare to fight or compete strongly

slip one's mind

to forget something accidentally

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to introduce an idea subtly to influence someone later

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to treat someone fairly and with respect

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to reach a point where one is physically or mentally exhaust...

pitch in

to join others in doing a task or helping