llevar la delantera
Meaning: To be ahead of others; to hold a lead or advantage.
Language: Spanish
Literally: to carry the front part
Category: Daily Life
Origin: The image is of the forward or front section (delantera) — whoever carries it is in the leading position.
More idioms — Daily Life
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From our compliments & insults
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