make a name for (oneself)
make a name for (oneself)
To establish oneself in a particular field or area; to become well-known. It took a long time and a bunch of supporting roles, but I've finally made a name for myself as an actor.
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Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
make a name (for oneself)
Fig. to become famous. Sally wants to work hard and make a name for herself. It's hard to make a name without a lot of talent and hard work.
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McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.
make a name for oneself
Achieve distinction, become prominent or well known, as in Martha is making a name for herself as an excellent chef. The earliest recorded use of this term was in John Wycliffe's followers' translation of the Bible (II Samuel 8:13): "Forsooth David made to him a name." Also see make one's mark.
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The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.
make a name for yourself
COMMON If you make a name for yourself by doing a particular thing, you become famous or well-known as a result of doing that thing. Abbott quickly made a name for herself as a hardworking MP. Away from film acting, Everett also made a name for herself as a popular fashion model.
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Collins COBUILD Idioms Dictionary, 3rd ed.
make a name for yourself
become famous.See also: make, name
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
make a ˈname for yourself
,make your ˈname
become successful and well known because of your skill in doing something very well: She quickly made a name for herself as one of the best brain surgeons in the country. He made his name in the theatre and then moved into movies.See also: make, name
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
- wash (one's) hands of (someone or something)
- wash hands of
- wash one's hands of
- wash your hands of
- wash your hands of somebody/something
- wash your hands of something/someone
- for (one's) (own) sake
- for sake
- keep in sight
- keep sight of (someone or something)