get the better of
Example Sentences
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But Rybakina broke back two games later as the unforced errors began to seep in for Sabalenka, who allowed her emotions to get the better of her in last year's Grand Slam final losses.
From BBC • Jan. 31, 2026
An engaging, occasionally volatile figure on court, Sabalenka let her emotions get the better of her in both the Australian Open and French Open showpieces last year.
From BBC • Jan. 29, 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
Even a superstar’s bruised disposition can get the better of them.
From Salon • Dec. 6, 2022
“Let’s see that little pillow a minute,” said Stuart, whose curiosity was beginning to get the better of him.
From "Stuart Little" by E.B. White
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
