Use it when describing someone winning by skills or efforts in a competition or challenge. In the chess tournament, Nabila's strategic thinking got the better of her opponents.
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Struggle Overcome
Applicable when someone overcomes a difficult situation or challenge after a struggle. He finally got the better of his financial difficulties and bought a house.
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Persistent Triumph
Suggests someone has succeeded after consistent effort over time. Her persistence got the better of the problems she faced in her business.