have the upper hand
Example Sentences
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Even on the spot market, U.S. companies seem to have the upper hand.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 17, 2026
"I don't believe that hardliners currently have the upper hand in Iran," said Sanam Vakil, director of the Middle East and North Africa Programme at Chatham House.
From Barron's ● Jun. 24, 2026
With Rhaenyra’s dragons on their side, the Velaryon armada should have the upper hand.
From Salon ● Jun. 21, 2026
For the first few months Grenell seemed to have the upper hand: There were prisoner exchanges, deportation flights, Chevron’s license was renewed.
From Slate ● Jan. 6, 2026
But Richie Dixon always seemed to have the upper hand.
From "X: A Novel" by Ilyasah Shabazz
