coming into one's own
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as in making it
to reach a desired level of accomplishment
That intern has really come into her own over the past year.
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Kyle Backhus hit two batters consecutively, forcing in a run and making it 8-4.
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Massaro has been in the ring for nearly three decades starting in Hayward, California, and making it to the top promotions Japan has to offer.
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The dining table extended out into the space, cutting it in two.
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The Italian brand, founded in 1895 and still family-run today, has always focused on making good coffee while staying relevant in current pop culture.
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And only around 20% of their energy and time can go towards making good films.
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“Coming into one's own.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coming%20into%20one%27s%20own. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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