Elbow (one's) way to the top In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "elbow (one's) way to the top", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Zesty Y calendar 2022-03-17 07:03

Meaning of Elbow (one's) way to the top

Elbow (one's) way to the top phrase

To achieve success by means of aggressive, relentless determination

He has worked tirelessly to elbow his way to the top of his profession.

Try your best and elbow your way to the top.

He wants to elbow his way to the top, no matter how many people offend.

Grammar and Usage of Elbow (one's) way to the top

Verb Forms

  • elbowed (one's) way to the top
  • elbowing (one's) way to the top

The verb "elbow" must be conjugated according to its tense.
 

Origin of Elbow (one's) way to the top

The origin of this phrase is not clear.

 

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