as in advantages
the more favorable condition or position in a competition
finally gained the upper hand in the argument
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This approach combines the superior surface properties of tungsten with the structural and economic advantages of other materials.—
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Making It All Work Sacramento offers many undeniable advantages, including a vibrant cultural scene and abundant urban forests that are hard to find in many other cities.—
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3 Apr. 2026
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Rainwater tends to accumulate at the road edges.—
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The animation is a little rough around the edges — there’s a shot of wine being poured down a sink where the red liquid is depicted in CGI, for some reason — but the slightly retro style with the characters’ prominent lips and sharp chins added to the camp appeal.—
Wilson Chapman,
IndieWire,
3 Apr. 2026
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