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Success - Successful People & Things

Dive into English idioms regarding successful people and things, like "dark horse" and "late bloomer".

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in action
[phrase]

(of a person) doing something one is trained for or is very good at

Ex: The chef in action in the kitchen , preparing dishes for the busy dinner rush .
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working or operating correctly and without any problems

Ex: The printer in full working order and is printing documents with high quality .
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at the peak or maximum level of performance, engagement, or energy

Ex: The party in full swing, and everyone is dancing and having a great time .
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a sudden but brief success that is not sustained

Ex: The politician 's campaign was flash in the pan that taught them the importance of building a strong base of support over time .
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a person with secret skills or ideas that when become known, they surprise people

Ex: The band 's new album was a dark horse - nobody expected it to be such a huge hit , but it ended up topping the charts .
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fat cat
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someone who is very rich or influential, particularly a politician or business owner

Ex: The politician is often accused of being a fat cat, using his wealth and connections to gain power and influence .
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to achieve or experience significant success or progress, often with a sense of confidence and positive momentum

Ex: She has it going on in her career, receiving promotions and recognition.
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a person who achieves success, wealth, etc., at the later stages of life compared to others

Ex: The late bloomer who didn't start pursuing his passion for art until his fifties, but eventually became a successful painter, shows that it's never too late to follow your dreams.
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be in luck
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to be in a situation in which one can have what they desire or need

Ex: Yoube in luck if you meet the professor during office hours ; they might be able to answer your questions .
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the person who holds the highest position or achieves the greatest success in a particular context or competition

Ex: The tech company's innovative product quickly surpassed its competitors and became the king of the hill in the industry.
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in a distinctive and very successful way

Ex: The company launched its new with flying colors, exceeding sales projections in the first month .
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(of a person or organization) to be exceptionally influential or important

Ex: The judge's ruling carries significant weight in the legal community.
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man
[noun]

an individual who is highly skilled or experienced in a specific activity or profession

Ex: In the world of finance , he 's the man for investment strategies , having successfully navigated various market conditions over the years .
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