IdiomDaily Life
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Englishbe ahead of the game
Meaning: To be in a better position than one's rivals.
Example: “By ordering the parts early, we're ahead of the game.”
Origin: From gambling and sport, where being ahead means holding the lead. The phrase is common from the 20th century.
Equivalents in other languages
Spanish: llevar la delantera Literally: To carry the front part
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