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Head start /ˌhed ˈstɑːt/
You've got a head start over/on others trying to get the job because you've got relevant work experience.
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an advantage that someone has over other people in something such as a competition or race:
Get/Gain the upper hand
Government troops are gradually gaining the upper hand over the rebels.
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to get into a stronger position than someone else so that you are controlling a situation
Tap into sth
If only we could tap into all that energy and creativity. Networking extends the reach of your employees, allowing them to tap into the expertise of coworkers.
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/tæp/ To manage to use something in a way that brings good results.
Hang on sth
I hang on every word you say. Simply the Best
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To listen very carefully to someone’s speech.
Hesitant
You seemed a bit hesitant about recommending that restaurant - is something wrong with it? She gave me a hesitant smile.
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/ˈhez.ɪ.tənt/ If you are hesitant, you do not do something immediately or quickly because you are nervous or not certain.
Better still/yet
Come for a weekend or, better yet, come for a whole week.
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used when you are adding a new idea that you think is better than a good one already mentioned.
Break a sweat
He started running and soon broke a sweat. He loaded all five boxes without breaking a sweat.
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to begin to sweat

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