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Meaning of get the better of in English

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  1. Verb

    get the better of

    Definitions

    1. win a victory over

    Examples

    • « You must overcome all difficulties »
    • « defeat your enemies »
    • « He overcame his shyness »
    • « She conquered here fear of mice »
    • « He overcame his infirmity »
    • « Her anger got the better of her and she blew up »

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