have big shoes to fill
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British pronunciation/hav bˈɪɡ ʃˈuːz bˈuːts tə fˈɪl/
American pronunciation/hæv bˈɪɡ ʃˈuːz bˈuːts tə fˈɪl/
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приходится упорно трудиться, чтобы соответствовать стандартам предыдущего человека

to have to put in a lot of effort into one's work to be on the same level as one's predecessor

What is the origin of the idiom "have big shoes to fill" and when to use it?

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The phrase "have big shoes to fill" originated in the early 20th century and referred to the idea of taking over a position or role from someone who was successful or highly regarded. This idiom is often used in work or professional contexts, where someone may be expected to maintain or exceed the level of performance set by their predecessor.

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