be a/the model of (something)

be a/the model of (something)

To be an ideal example or version of something. Julie is the model of academic excellence, so she will definitely be this year's valedictorian. He's a model of agility. You won't find a more athletic guy.
See also: model, of
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • model
  • come up from behind
  • if ever there was
  • if ever there was (something)
  • be (well) on the/(one's) way to/towards (something)
  • be on the/your way to/towards something
  • a hidden agenda
  • hidden agenda
  • go up against
  • go up against (someone or something)