A cutting edge In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "a cutting edge", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Katie Anh calendar 2022-05-26 10:05

Meaning of A cutting edge

A cutting edge spoken language noun phrase adjective phrase

One's advantage due to their extraordinary skill, ability, or resources.

You have a cutting edge to win this running competition. It's your endurance.

His memory is a cutting edge at the competition. It's like he can remember everything with just a sight.

The phrase "cutting edge" is also used as a noun phrase or adjective phrase to denote technological advancements.

 

The company he works for is at the cutting edge of artificial intelligence.

With this cutting-edge equipment, the hospital is expected to save more lives.

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There can be good aspects that exist in a bad situation.

lose (one's) edge

To lose the skill or advantage one used to have in the past

get the jump on someone/something

To gain an advantage over someone by doing something before them

full fledged

Completely developed, trained or qualified

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Candy is Dandy but Liquor is Quicker
Candy is a good thing to offer someone to get them to do something, but liquor will work more quickly when  convincing someone to do something.
Example: .

Daughter: So I really want all my friends to have a great time. I was thinking it would be a good idea to have some candy out on the tables for people to snack on.

Mother: Well, if you want them to really enjoy themselves, candy is dandy but liquor is quicker.

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