Give you an edge meaning in English
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Definition
to give somebody an edge: to give somebody an advantage
This business seminar can really give you an edge on the competition. If you apply the principles you will have a real advantage over your competitors.
Examples
- "So whether you're wrestling market trends or man-eating alligators, Outback Cologne is sure to give you an edge on the competition."
Exercise 1
The advertisement states that wearing Outback Cologne will give you "an edge on the competition". This means that the fragrance will .
The advertisement states that wearing Outback Cologne will give you "an edge on the competition". This means that the fragrance will give you an advantage.
give you an advantage: This is the correct answer. The idiom "to give you an edge" means to give you an advantage. We might say that "the invention of antibiotics gave doctors an edge in treating infections".
push you off a mountain: Although an "edge" can literally be a precipice or "ledge" such as one on a mountain or cliff, in this context the term is being used differently.
cut your enemies: Although an "edge" can literally be a sharp surface, and your competition might be your "enemies" in this context the term is being used differently.
give you a positive attitude: This is incorrect. An "edge" doesn't refer to a good or positive attitude.
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