Beat to

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Competitive Edge

Used when emphasizing speed and efficiency in a competitive situation.

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She managed to beat him to the promotion by working extra hours.

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Preemptive Action

Indicates taking an action before others to secure an advantage.

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By waking up early, I beat everyone to the shower.

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Opportunistic

Shows taking immediate advantage of a situation before someone else does.

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She beat us to the sale and got the last pair of shoes in her size.

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