to gain an advantage over someone by acting first or taking initiative
Idioms Starting with "S"
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to take credit or attention from someone else, often by doing something more impressive
to attract the most attention or praise in a performance or event
to deliberately avoid someone or something
to take over someone else's responsibilities or role
to make a foolish mistake or blunder, often resulting in embarrassment
to hurry up or increase speed
to upset or offend someone by interfering with their work or territory
to take on a challenge or responsibility with determination
to meet expectations or rise to a challenge
to indicate that something is finished or no longer viable
a person who is dull, unadventurous, or resistant to change