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Idiom: Get A Leg Up

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Meanings

How to pronounce "get a leg up":

AU

To get a boost or a lift.

To gain some advantage; to get a head start.

Example Sentences

1
She joined the company as an intern to get a leg up in the industry.
2
He took extra classes to get a leg up on his competition.
3
She volunteered for the project to get a leg up in her career.
4
Staying updated with the latest technology will help you get a leg up.
5
Networking events provide opportunities to get a leg up in the business world.

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