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Success (n)Succeed in (V_ing)Make a success ofMake it to the topTo be going placesBear fruitCome up rosesEvery dog has its day(Reach) first baseCome a long wayMake a go ofMake or breakMove up in the worldGet somewhereFor example: My study is such a mess. I don’t feel I’m getting anywhere.Nothing ventured, nothing gainedFor example: Come on, apply for the job! Nothing ventured, nothing gained!Place in the sun
Success
Meaning: The achieving of the results wanted or hoped for.
For example: The success of almost any project depends largely on its manager.
Meaning: To achieve something that you have been trying to do or get.
For example: They succeeded in finding a cure for cancer
Meaning: To be successful in something.
For example: She’s determined to make a success of this project
Meaning: To be very successful.
For example: She is working very hard. I believe some day she will make it to the top!
Meaning: If you say someone is going places, you mean they will be successful.
For example: Jen is a talented person. Sooner or later, she’ll be going places.
Meaning: If something that someone does bears fruit, it produces successful results.
For example: I hope your new plans will bear fruit.
Meaning: If something is coming up roses, it is happening successfully.
For example: I was worried a lot about the project, but eventually It’s coming up roses.
Meaning: This expression means that everyone can be successful at something at some time in their life.
For example: It’s okay that you didn’t succeed this time. Every dog has its day.
Meaning: To have the first achievement or agreement that is needed for later success.
For example: If you dress like that for your job interview, you won’t get to first base!
Meaning: To make significant progress.
For example: Jemmy can play some songs now. He’s really come a long way from when he could barely know any chord.
Meaning: To make something succeed, especially a business or marriage.
For example: They both want to make a go of their relationship.
Meaning: To cause something to succeed or fail.
For example: This project will make or break his career.
Meaning: To become more wealthy, successful.
For example: That new house show he is moving up in the world.
Meaning: To make or begin making progress.
Meaning: You have to take risks in order to achieve anything meaningful.
Meaning: If you find a place in the sun, you’re in a position which provides you with everything you want.
For example: He finally earned his place in the sun after winning the contest.
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