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off one's own bat
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without receiving any help or support from others
Dialect
British
British
Idiom
What is the origin of the idiom "make a go of something" and when to use it?
The idiom "off one's own bat" likely emerged from the world of sports, particularly cricket, where a batsman uses their own bat to hit the ball. In this context, "off one's own bat" would refer to taking an action or making a decision independently, similar to how a batsman takes initiative and responsibility for their own performance. It is commonly used in discussions about personal responsibility, self-reliance, and autonomy.
Examples
She organized the charity event off her own bat, without any help or prompting from others.
