He spit water in Aldis’ face to gain the upper hand for his opening salvo.

Source: https://www.cagesideseats.com/impact-wrestling/2023/7/16/23796504/impact-slammiversary-2023-recap-reactions-five-new-champions-not-nick-aldis

I would continue with all of the methods you have employed, remembering to be fastidious with the trap upkeep, add some diatomaceous earth to your arsenal and hopefully gain the upper hand over your snail population.

Source: https://www.abqjournal.com/2582864/diligence-key-in-the-fight-with-snails.html

Melinda is on the verge of figuring out Sloan’s shocker and could use it to gain the upper hand on her frenemy.

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Mera finally saves Arthur for a third time during his battle with Black Manta before the thrown of King Kordax, preventing Manta from stabbing Aquaman and giving him the chance to gain the upper hand.

Source: https://screenrant.com/aquaman-2-amber-heard-mera-role-explained/

Their idyllic vacation turns into a chaotic adventure as the families clash and scheme to gain the upper hand.

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