to have the ground on one's side: to have the advantage of position (in a contest.)
| 单词 | θ89699 |
| 释义 | the world > action or operation > prosperity > success > mastery or superiority > have or gain mastery, superiority, or advantage [verb (intransitive)] > have position of advantage (4) to have the ground on one's side1650 to have the ground on one's side: to have the advantage of position (in a contest.) to be on a good wicket1941 Cricket. Figurative phrases: to be on a good wicket, to be in an advantageous or favourable position; to bat (or be) on a sticky wicket: see sticky… Subcategories:— gain a position of superiority (2) |
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