English

advantage

ədˈvæntɪdʒ, ədˈvæn.t̬ɪdʒ, ədˈvæn.tɪdʒ, ədˈvɑːn.tɪdʒ
Meaning: a condition or circumstance that puts one in a favorable or superior position
Part of Speech: Noun Alternative Readings: ədˈvæn.t̬ɪdʒ, ədˈvæn.tɪdʒ, ədˈvɑːn.tɪdʒ

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Example sentences

Booking tickets in advance gives you a great advantage.
Booking tickets in advance gives you a great advantage.
We decided to refinance our mortgage to take advantage of the lower interest rates.
We decided to refinance our mortgage to take advantage of the lower interest rates.
The lawyers tried to protract the negotiations to gain an advantage.
The lawyers tried to protract the negotiations to gain an advantage.

Usage Notes

Commonly used with the preposition 'of' or 'over'. 'Take advantage of' can mean to make use of an opportunity or to exploit someone.

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