One jump ahead

Definizione e Significato di "one jump ahead"

one jump ahead

essere un passo piu avanti

used to refer to someone who is slightly better in terms of being prepared, skilled, etc. when compared to someone or something else

Idiom

Informal

What is the origin of the idiom "one jump ahead" and when to use it?

The origin of the idiom "one jump ahead" is believed to be from the sport of horse racing where a horse that jumps over a fence or obstacle ahead of another is said to be "one jump ahead." Over time, the phrase has been used in a variety of contexts. It has become a popular idiom that conveys the idea of being one step ahead of the competition or having a strategic advantage.