Make (one's) mark In english explanation

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

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2021-05-13 02:05

Meaning of Make (one's) mark

Synonyms:

leave one's mark on

Make (one's) mark Verb + object/complement

To reach to fame or achieve success; to do something significant or substantial; to do something that makes people remember

Though she wasn't as fortunate as others to live a longer life, she made her mark in this world by inspiring disabled kids to pull through ordeals.

He has been subject to a strict regimen of diet and training since he was a little boy to live up to his parental expectation. Finally he made his mark in swimming at the age of 20.

Grammar and Usage of Make (one's) mark

Verb Forms

made one's mark
making one's mark

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

Origin of Make (one's) mark

The origin of this idiom is not clear.