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upper
1. Geology archaeol denoting the late part or division of a period, system, formation, etc.
2. Maths (of a limit or bound) greater than or equal to one or more numbers or variables
3. Informal any tooth of the upper jaw
4. Slang any of various drugs having a stimulant or euphoric effect

upper [′əp·ər]
(geology)
Pertaining to rocks or strata that normally overlie those of earlier formations of the same subdivision of rocks.


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However, he eventually gains the upper hand and solves the mystery of the gang of thieves.
Big game: The winner of tonight's matchup between La Reina and Oak Park gains the upper hand in the race for the Tri-Valley League's final girls playoff berth.
If this faction in the White House gains the upper hand, congressional privatization initiatives may go a lot further than many pundits imagine.
 
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