advantagegoestothequick
idiomUK /ədˈvɑːntɪdʒ ɡəʊz tə ðə kwɪk/
US /ədˈvæntɪdʒ ɡoʊz tə ðə kwɪk/
The person who moves fast is the one who wins.
In a race, the advantage goes to the quick, so start running right away.
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2. Being fast helps you do better than others.
When the sale started, the advantage went to the quick shoppers.
3. Acting fast can give you an edge in a game or contest.
In tag, the advantage goes to the quick, so stay light on your feet.
4. People who hurry get things before slow people do.
At the free book table, the advantage went to the quick kids.