Meanings
Calque of German Ellbogenmentalität or Ellenbogenmentalität, from Ellbogen / Ellenbogen (“elbow”) + Mentalität (“mentality”).
An attitude characterized by self-interest and a willingness to prioritize personal benefit or ambition, often above the welfare of an organization or community; a willingness to elbow (verb) past others.
Example Sentences
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In a competitive industry, having an elbow mentality can help you stand out and advance in your career.
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The sales team showed an elbow mentality, constantly striving to exceed their targets.
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A successful entrepreneur often possesses an elbow mentality, always looking for opportunities to outshine competitors.
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He managed to secure the promotion due to his driven nature and elbow mentality.
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To succeed in sports, you need both skill and an elbow mentality to outperform your opponents.
