Edge out
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Subtle Victory
Use 'edge out' to describe a victory that's achieved by a very small margin.
He managed to edge out the other candidate by just a few votes.
Pro Tip 2/3Progressive Ousting
'Edge out' can mean slowly displacing someone from their position, often in a subtle way.
With new policies, she slowly edged her rival out of influence.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Aggressive
The phrase 'edge out' is not typically used to describe an aggressive or forceful action.
He didn't force his competitors away, but edged them out through consistent performance.
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