Gedrag en Benadering - Jaloezie & Competitie

Duik in Engelse uitdrukkingen over jaloezie en competitie, zoals 'een voorsprong nemen' en 'voor op het spel'.

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to [steal] a march on {sb/sth} [Zinsdeel]

to act very fast in order to get advantage over someone

Ex: She studied diligently throughout the semester and was able to steal a march on her classmates when it came to the final exam .

to [throw] {one's} [hat] (in|into) the ring [Zinsdeel]

to declare one's participation or candidacy in a competition or contest

Ex: The talented young athlete is planning to throw her hat into the ring at the national championships .

ahead of the pack [Zinsdeel]

used of a person or organization that is more successful or performing much better than its rivals

Ex: She is a highly talented athlete and always manages to stay ahead of the pack in every competition .

to [keep] up with the Joneses [Zinsdeel]

to constantly try to have or do things as well as others around one, often to show oneself just as successful as they are

Ex: She felt the pressure to keep up with the Joneses by buying a bigger house in the upscale neighborhood .

to [beat] {sb} to the draw [Zinsdeel]

to react more quickly than someone in doing or achieving something

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ahead of the (game|curve) [Zinsdeel]

in a better position compared to one's rivals or peers

Ex: His extensive research put him ahead of the curve when it came to understanding the market trends .

on {one's} [heels] [Zinsdeel]

near the point of surpassing a fellow competitor

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cut and thrust [Zinsdeel]

used to refer to the energetic and thrilling nature of an activity where people compete or argue with each other, creating an exciting and lively atmosphere

Ex: The negotiations between the labor union and management were marked by a lot of cut and thrust before they reached an agreement .

Gedrag en Benadering
Vooruitziendheid & Voorzichtigheid	Overreactie	Tact	Tactvol zijn
Improvisatie & Compromis	Zich beleefd gedragen	Gebrek aan zorg of overweging	Zonder zorg of nadenken
Reageren of Eisen	Conversationele reacties	Verrast tonen	Betalen of Aandacht Trekken
Niet opletten	Aanstootgevend Gedrag	Reactie en antwoord	Jaloezie & Competitie
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