Success Idioms
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mighty oaks from little acorns grow
Meaning: Great things can come from small beginnings.
Example: His tiny startup turned into a global company—mighty oaks from little acorns grow. Read more ➺
Meaning: The greatest person ever in a particular field or activity.
Example: Tom is often called the GOAT in football because of his many championships. Read more ➺
Meaning: A critical point when the real facts become known.
Example: The moment of truth came when the jury announced its final decision in court. Read more ➺
Meaning: To show great happiness or excitement openly and emotionally.
Example: When he heard about his promotion, he danced and sang with pure excitement. Read more ➺
Meaning: To start doing a new activity or job, usually in a skillful way even if new to it.
Example: Would you like to turn your hand to photography this weekend? Read more ➺
Meaning: Being in possession of something that has very high value or profit potential, often without fully realizing it.
Example: The startup is sitting on a goldmine with its innovative technology, but it lacks the funding to scale. Read more ➺
Meaning: To make the greatest possible effort to achieve something difficult.
Example: She strained every nerve to secure the contract before the competitors stepped in. Read more ➺
Meaning: To gain an advantage over someone by acting earlier or more cleverly than they do.
Example: By releasing the update first, the company managed to steal a march on its competitors. Read more ➺
Meaning: To continue with a plan or effort without giving up, even when facing difficulty or opposition.
Example: She chose to stay the course during the startup's rough first year, trusting the long-term vision. Read more ➺
Meaning: A good final result makes the earlier problems unimportant.
Example: After days of stressful revisions, the book launch was a success—all's well that ends well. Read more ➺
