have the edge on (someone or something)

have the edge on (someone or something)

To have an advantage over one. I've been preparing for this debate for weeks so that I have the edge on my opponent. Now that we have George, I think we definitely have the edge on the other team.See also: edge, have, on

have, etc. an/the edge on/over somebody/something

be slightly better, faster, etc. than somebody/something; have an advantage over somebody/something: Max’s design is very good, but I think Paul’s has the edge on it. ♢ Extra training will give our team an edge over the opposition.See also: edge, on, over, somebody, something

have

(someone) by the balls Vulgar Slang To have control over someone; have someone at one's mercy.

have

/have got (someone's) back To protect or shield someone from harm, loss, or danger.

have

/have got it all over To be much better than (someone) at a particular endeavor.

have

/have got it in (one) To have the capacity or disposition to (to do something).

have

/have got it in for To act in a hostile manner toward or intend to harm (someone), especially because of a grudge.

have

/have got nothing on (someone)1. To fail to be equal or superior to (someone) in a particular way.2. To know or be able to prove information regarding (someone).

have

/keep (one's) nose to the grindstone To work hard and steadily.

have

/keep (one's) fingers crossed To hope for a successful or advantageous outcome.

have

/keep (one's) wits about (one) To remain alert or calm, especially in a crisis.

have

/keep an ear to the ground To be on the watch for new trends or information.

have

/speak with a forked tongue To speak deceitfully; prevaricate or lie.

have

/take a whack at Informal To try out; attempt.

have

/take pity on To show compassion for.

have

/take the bit in one's teeth To be uncontrollable; cast off restraint.