The phrase "to have an edge" means to have a slight advantage or extra level of skill or knowledge that gives someone a better chance at succeeding or winning compared to others.
Sentences with «to have an edge»
If you have the experience, you do have an edge over others who don't, but you will still be at many disadvantages. (coverlettersandresume.com)
I didn't have an edge on this countertop that came up the wall — it was just flat against it. (rainonatinroof.com)
Two - parent families often have the edge when it comes to finding a match because, well, they're two - parent families. (americaadopts.com)