Behavior & Approach - Jealousy & Competition

Dive into English idioms regarding jealousy and competition, like "steal a march on" and "ahead of the game".

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to steal a march on somebody or something

[phrase]

to act very fast in order to get advantage over someone

Ex: The startup stole a march on bigger firms by moving fast while they were still debating.

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

to throw one's hat in the ring

[phrase]

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

Ex: If nobody else volunteers, I'll throw my hat in the ring and lead the committee.

ahead of the pack

[phrase]

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

Ex: The studio stayed ahead of the pack by spotting trends early.

to keep up with the Joneses

[phrase]

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: He went into debt keeping up with the Joneses after his friends moved to expensive neighborhoods.

to beat somebody to the draw

[phrase]

to react more quickly than someone in doing or achieving something

Ex: He reached for his phone, but I beat him to the draw and called the client first.

ahead of the game

[phrase]

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

Ex: By offering remote work before its competitors, the firm got ahead of the curve.

on one's heels

[phrase]

near the point of surpassing a fellow competitor

Ex: If the leader slips even once, the candidate on his heels could overtake him.

cut and thrust

[phrase]

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: After he retired, he missed the cut and thrust of the trading floor.

Behavior & Approach
Foresight & Prudence	Overreaction	Tact	Being Tactful
Improvisation & Compromise	Behaving Politely	Lack of Care or Consideration	Without Care or Thought
Reacting or Demanding	Conversational Responses	Showing Surprise	Paying or Getting Attention
Not Paying Attention	Offensive Behavior	Jealousy & Competition	Reaction & Response
Harsh & Strict Treatment

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