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Englishhave the inside track
Meaning: To have an advantage over others.
Example: “As a former intern, she has the inside track for the job.”
Origin: In racing, the inside lane of a curved track is the shortest. The figurative use is found from the 19th century, in American English.
Equivalents in other languages
French: Tenir la corde Literally: To hold the rope
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