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What is the meaning of "to have an edge" idiom?

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Idiom Conjugations:

 
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Gerund Form of the Idiom:

Having an edge in life often means you have some advantage.
Gaining an edge can be very difficult.
Giving someone an edge is a very nice thing to do.
 
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Idiom Usage:

to have an edge
to gain an edge
to give an edge
are all permissible forms of " an edge"
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Idiom Scenario 2:


It's Sunday afternoon and two students are talking about their final exam which is scheduled for the next day ...
Student 1:  "Did you study for the final exam?"
Student 2:  "Yes, of course!  I've been studying all weekend."
Student 1:  "Well, you've got the edge.  I haven't even started studying yet."
 

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Idiom Scenario 1:


One student with fewer resources is talking to another student who has many resources.
Student 1:  "Did you apply to the same fancy college that I applied to?"
Student 2:  "Yes, I did, but I don't think I'll get in."
Student 1:  "Why not?  Your grades are the same as mine."
Student 2:  "Yes, that true, but I wasn't born into a rich family like you."
Student 1:  "Do you think that will give me an advantage?"
Student 2:  "Of course you have an edge getting into that fancy college.  Your parents are rich and connected and can ensure that you are admitted."
 


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Idiom Definition:


"to have an edge"
to have an advantage
 
Synonyms: advance, advancement, advantage, ahead, begin, burst, dash, early, edge, erupt, gain, go, improve, improvement, jump, lead, leg-up, lunge, rush, spring, stampede, superiority
 
 
One runner has gained an edge because his competition is down ... one runner is on his knees clutching his side.  the other runner is gaining the lead
see also:
have a head start




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