Nounfront lines; vanguard

Expressions (phrases, clauses, etc.)victory goes to the one who makes the first move; being quick to take action leads to victory; the early bird gets the worm

Expressions (phrases, clauses, etc.), Godan verb with 'ru' endingto take the initiative

Expressions (phrases, clauses, etc.), Godan verb with 'tsu' endingto forestall; to beat to the punch; to anticipate · to play the first move (e.g. in go)