pole position

Definition

The top qualifying position for a race, on the inside of the front row at the starting line.

Etymology

See pole position § Origin on Wikipedia.Wikipedia

Example Sentences

• "Smith once again enjoys the pole position."
• "The England manager and his players hardly deserve too much criticism after move into pole position in their group, but that comes with the caveat that there will be much sterner tests to come in the months ahead."
• "It has proven that Nexus can undertake big infrastructure projects, putting it firmly in pole position to undertake the reopening of the Leamside line to Washington. [Tyne and Wear]"