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800-pound gorilla
CEFR C1the biggest, most powerful player in a market, which dominates everything around it
Informal
first-mover advantage
CEFR C1the edge a company gains by entering a market before competitors
Neutral
race to the bottom
CEFR C1a competitive spiral that drives prices, quality, or standards lower and lower
Neutral
winner takes all
CEFR C1a market dynamic in which the leading competitor captures nearly all the value
Neutral
give someone a run for their money
CEFR B1to compete nearly as well as a much stronger opponent, forcing them to work hard for victory
Neutral
deep pockets
CEFR B2having a great deal of money to spend
Informal
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