Have something on your side
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Pro Tip 1/3Time Sensitivity
Use when time is a crucial factor in your current advantage. 
With a month left before the exam, you have time on your side to prepare well.
Pro Tip 2/3Enhance Persuasiveness
Mention your advantage to persuade others you're in a strong position. 
In this real estate market, having the lowest price on your side is a big draw for buyers.
Pro Tip 3/3Rational Assurance
Use to express confidence based on logical factors, omitting emotions. 
They didn't panic because they had all the data on their side.