Idiom: make a name for oneself
Meaning
Idiom: make a name for oneself
- to become famous and known for doing something important or well
Example sentences
— One day I am going to make a name for myself by finding a cure for cancer.
— My grandfather made a name for himself growing the most beautiful orchids and roses and giving them to patients in hospitals and nursing homes.
— Our twins have made a name for themselves with their specialty cake business.
— I want to make a name for myself on Instagram as an "influencer" so I'm building my followers up with several campaigns.
— I didn't know I'd end up making a name for myself just by creating 20-minute workouts but I have and it's a dream job.
— Thanks to YouTube my boyfriend is making a name for himself as a gamer.
— Multi-talented Jennifer Lopez has made a name for herself in singing, dancing and acting.
— Our family made a name for itself in the restaurant business. We're currently operating a chain of 25 restaurants in Florida.
— In just two months at the firm I've made a name for myself in sales.
Synonyms
- make it big
- go far / move up in the world
- steal the limelight
- make a splash
- put someone on the map
- become a household name
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