Success Idioms
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Meaning: Achieve great success, fame, or wealth, especially in a career or industry.
Example: After years of struggling, she finally made it big in Hollywood. Read more ➺
Meaning: to become more powerful.
Example: The Jones' have been in the ascendant ever since the 1800's. They are now the most influential family in the United Kingdom, after the Queen's own of course. Read more ➺
Meaning: Still alive and active, especially despite age, illness, or hardship.
Example: Even after his surgery, John is alive and kicking, back at work and feeling stronger each day. Read more ➺
Meaning: To become mature, responsible, or fully developed.
Example: He slowly came of age after facing real-life challenges and learning from his mistakes. Read more ➺
