make a name for (oneself)

idiom

: to become well-known or famous

He has made quite a name for himself as a golfer.

She is making a name for herself in the art world.

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The league is anybody’s for the taking, and every player selected has the chance to make a name for themselves in the league’s history books. —

Sindiswa Mabunda, Forbes, 12 Jan. 2025 Following an All-Pro season, Ward enters a contract year with a chance to truly make a name for himself as one of the top corners in football. —

David Lombardi, The Athletic, 22 Aug. 2024 Now with her own major Grammy nod, Alissia will continue to make a name for herself by releasing her first full-length album later this year. —

Heran Mamo, Billboard, 21 Jan. 2025 Storm would quickly make a name for herself with Progress Wrestling and World Wonder Ring Stardom. —

Matt Robison, Newsweek, 21 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for make a name for (oneself)

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