get the better of
Example Sentences
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"It's normal when you want something so much, sometimes it can get the better of you," said Keown.
From BBC • Mar. 4, 2026
Swiss racer Tanguy Nef and Belgian Armand Marchant similarly failed to get the better of Strasser, leaving the top four to race.
From Barron's • Jan. 25, 2026
BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton already has enough on his plate trying to get the better of AI at predictions, but now he has a WWE superstar on his case too.
From BBC • Jan. 15, 2026
Even a superstar’s bruised disposition can get the better of them.
From Salon • Dec. 6, 2022
You were always such an impetuous child, and I genuinely hope you aren't letting your temper get the better of you.
From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
