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upper hand
noun
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First Known Use of UPPER HAND
15th century
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- better, bulge, catbird seat, drop, edge, high ground, inside track, jump, pull, stead, advantage, vantage, whip hand
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upper hand
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Definition of UPPER HAND for Kids
: advantage 2
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