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English idioms related to Success
to [make] {sth} worth {one's} [while|time]

to make sure that something benefits one instead of just wasting one's time

Ex: I only joined because they promised to make it worth my while.
to [do] {sb} (the|a) world of good

to make effort to make someone feel happier or healthier

Ex: The break did the whole team a world of good.
[friend] (at|in) court

an acquaintance of one with great power or influence that can advance one's interests

Ex: A friend at court can open doors that talent alone cannot.
friends in high places

one's acquaintances who possess great influence and are willing to help one get out of trouble or achieve what one desires

Ex: Friends in high places helped them win the deal.
a bird in the hand

something tangible and certain that one possesses, emphasizing the importance of appreciating and valuing it rather than seeking something else

Ex: She chose the bird in the hand over a chance at something bigger.
to [have] something going (on|) for {sb}

to possess positive qualities or advantages that increase the likelihood of success or achievement in a particular area or situation

Ex: You already have talent going for you, so keep trying.
to [ride] (a|the) wave of {sth}

to enjoy or benefit from a period of sudden success that something has brought

Ex: They rode a wave of investor confidence into a successful expansion.
to [be] better off

to find oneself in a better condition or situation

Ex: The company is better off after the merger.
to [do] {sb} (any|) good

to benefit one or improve one's situation in a variety of ways

Ex: A clear plan would do the project good.
to [be] sitting pretty

to be in an advantageous or favorable position, particularly financially

Ex: After the raise, she was sitting pretty financially.
to [put] {sth} to work

to use something, such as one's skills, possessions, etc.

Ex: The company plans to put the new technology to work to improve its efficiency and reduce costs.
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