Be/stand head and shoulders above somebody/something
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Pro Tip 1/3Superiority Context
Used when someone or something shows exceptional skill or quality compared to others. 
In the field of robotics, their company stands head and shoulders above the competition.
Pro Tip 2/3Metaphorical Use
The phrase doesn't involve actual height; it's a metaphor for being much better at something. 
As a portrait artist, she is head and shoulders above her peers.
Pro Tip 3/3Not for Slight Edge
Use this phrase only for clear, significant differences, not for small or slight advantages. 
With years of experience, he stands head and shoulders above new recruits.