Gedrag en Benadering - Jaloezie en Competitie

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

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English idioms related to Behavior & Approach

to steal a march on somebody or something

[Zinsdeel]

to act very fast in order to get advantage over someone

Ex: The organization's proactive response to the crisis helped them steal a march on disaster recovery and minimize the damage.

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

to throw one's hat in 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.

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ahead of the pack

[Zinsdeel]

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

Ex: The school's advanced curriculum and dedicated teachers have kept its students consistently ahead of the pack in standardized tests.

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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: Instead of trying to keep up with the Joneses, they chose a simpler lifestyle that brings them more happiness.

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to beat somebody to the draw

[Zinsdeel]

to react more quickly than someone in doing or achieving something

Ex: In the fast-paced world of technology, being innovative and beating others to the draw is crucial for success.

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ahead of the game

[Zinsdeel]

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

Ex: Her training and experience in the field of cybersecurity keep her ahead of the game in preventing cyberattacks.

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on one's heels

[Zinsdeel]

near the point of surpassing a fellow competitor

Ex: The young tennis player was on the heels of the world champion, showing remarkable skill and determination.

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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.

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Gedrag en Benadering
Vooruitziendheid en Voorzichtigheid	Overreactie	Tact	Tactisch Zijn
Improvisatie en Compromis	Beleefd gedragen	Gebrek aan zorg of overweging	Zonder zorg of gedachte
Reageren of Eisen	Conversationele Antwoorden	Verrasting Tonen	Betalen of Aandacht Besteden
Niet Opletten	Beledigend Gedrag	Reactie en Antwoord	Jaloezie en Competitie
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