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up-and-coming star
/ˌʌpændkˈʌmɪŋ stˈɑːɹ/
/ˌʌpandkˈʌmɪŋ stˈɑː/
Up-and-coming star
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a person who is just starting to gain recognition and has potential for future success, but is not yet widely known
Examples
The young musician is an up-and-coming star, with a growing following and several promising performances.
The up-and-coming star of the indie film scene has impressed audiences with her debut role.
