🗓️ Idiom: Make a Name for Yourself (verb)
💬 Meaning
- To become well known or respected in your field.
- To build a strong reputation through success or achievement.
🧠 Example Sentences
- She made a name for herself in the tech industry by launching a successful startup.
- The young lawyer quickly made a name for himself through high-profile cases.
- Many professionals try to make a name for themselves by publishing articles and speaking at conferences.
🏛️ Origin
This phrase has been used in English since at least the 17th century. It comes from the idea of someone’s “name” being linked with fame, respect, or recognition. To “make a name” means to establish a reputation that others remember.
📝 Practice Exercises
1. Fill in the blank:
She worked hard to _______ a name for herself in the competitive fashion industry.
Answer
make
2. Multiple choice:
What does “make a name for yourself” mean?
a) To invent a new nickname
b) To build a strong reputation
c) To legally change your name
Answer
b) To build a strong reputation
3. Change the sentence using “make a name for yourself”:
“He gained recognition by developing an innovative product.”
Answer
He made a name for himself by developing an innovative product.
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