Be/stand head and shoulders above somebody/something

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Superiority Context

Used when someone or something shows exceptional skill or quality compared to others.

In the field of robotics, their company stands head and shoulders above the competition.

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Metaphorical Use

The phrase doesn't involve actual height; it's a metaphor for being much better at something.

As a portrait artist, she is head and shoulders above her peers.

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Not for Slight Edge

Use this phrase only for clear, significant differences, not for small or slight advantages.

With years of experience, he stands head and shoulders above new recruits.