leave sb/sth standing
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British pronunciation/lˈiːv ˌɛsbˈiː slˈaʃ ˌɛstˌiːˈeɪtʃ stˈandɪŋ/
American pronunciation/lˈiːv ˌɛsbˈiː slˈæʃ ˌɛstˌiːˈeɪtʃ stˈændɪŋ/
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infliggere un notevole distacco a

to be much better, quicker, more successful etc. than someone or something else

What is the origin of the idiom "leave somebody or something standing" and when to use it?

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The origin of this phrase is uncertain, but it is believed to have its roots in early sporting events such as foot races and horse races, where the winner would often cross the finish line well ahead of the other competitors, leaving them "standing" in their tracks.

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