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to make it big
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to reach a great level of fame and success
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Idiom
InformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "make it big" and when to use it?
The idiom is believed to have originated in the early 1900s, when it was used to describe people who had made a lot of money in the entertainment industry. The term "big" in this context refers to the size of the paycheck that these people were able to command. Over time, the term "make it big" has come to be used more broadly to describe anyone who has achieved a high level of success in their chosen field, including athletes, musicians, actors, politicians, or even entrepreneurs.
例子
I wish I could make it big in my career and keep on moving quickly, you know, keep on making it snappy.
Many aspiring actors dream of making it big in show business.
He made it big in Hollywood after years of struggle.
Many aspiring actors dream of making it big in the cinema.
Many aspiring actors and actresses dream of making it big in la-la land.
