success
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From rags to riches
This idiom describes a person's journey from extreme poverty and hardship to great wealth and success.
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A big fish in a small pond
Someone who is important and successful in a limited environment but would be less significant if in a broader or more competitive context.
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Flying high
To be very successful, extremely happy and confident, or under the influence of drugs.
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In the stratosphere
Reaching an extremely high level, often referring to prices, success, or an elevated state.
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To come up aces
To achieve outstanding success or produce exceptionally good results.
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Midas touch
The Midas touch refers to an uncanny ability to turn any venture into a success, especially financially.
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Cinderella story
An unexpected rise from obscurity or difficulty to great success, fame, or happiness.
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Strike gold
To achieve sudden and unexpected success, often financially, or to discover something highly valuable and sought after.
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Purple patch
A purple patch is a period of exceptional success, good fortune, or high performance.
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Land on your feet
To recover quickly and successfully from a difficult or adverse situation.
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Consistency is key
Performing or behaving in a steady, reliable, and uniform manner is essential for achieving success or desired results.
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A rich harvest
This phrase refers to a successful outcome or a plentiful yield of something, extending beyond just crops to include efforts or investments.
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To have the Midas touch
To be exceptionally successful in every venture, particularly in generating wealth or profit.
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Fortune's favorite
A person who consistently experiences good luck or success, as if inherently favored by destiny.
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A shining moment
A "shining moment" refers to a brief, outstanding period of great success, glory, or exceptional performance.
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An achievement unlocked
This phrase signifies the successful completion of a significant goal or milestone, often implying recognition for the accomplishment.
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A monumental achievement
An extremely significant, impressive, or historically important accomplishment that often requires great effort and skill.
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To rise to prominence
To become widely known, respected, or successful within a particular field, community, or society.
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To reach the top
To achieve the highest level of success, prominence, or achievement in a particular field or endeavor.
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A banner day
A banner day is an exceptionally successful, productive, or fortunate day.
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Burst onto the scene
To suddenly appear or emerge with great impact and attention, often gaining immediate recognition or popularity.
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Overnight sensation
A person or thing that achieves sudden and widespread fame, popularity, or success in a very short amount of time.
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Make a name for oneself
To achieve recognition, fame, or a respected reputation through one's accomplishments.
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Meteoric rise
A meteoric rise describes a very rapid, dramatic, and often spectacular ascent to prominence, success, or fame.
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Catching fire
To become very popular, successful, or widely accepted in a rapid and enthusiastic manner.
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Defying expectations
To achieve or perform in a way that is contrary to what was generally anticipated or considered likely.
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To pull off the impossible
To successfully achieve a feat that was widely considered extremely difficult, if not entirely unattainable.
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Feeling on top of the world
Experiencing extreme happiness, elation, and a sense of great success.
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On top of the world
To feel extremely happy, successful, and content, as if everything in life is going perfectly.