in the dust, leave someone



in the dust, leave someone

Leave one far behind, as in a race or competition. For example, This marketing strategy will leave the others in the dust. This metaphoric colloquialism alludes to the dust raised by a fast-moving horse or vehicle.
See also: leave

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Madog-Welsh
Quick[kwik]
Devaraj-Indian, Kannada
Garland['ga:lənd]
Eris-Greek Mythology
Nkosazana-Southern African, Xhosa