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Discover LudwigThe phrase "made a name for" is grammatically correct and commonly used in written English.
It means to establish a reputation or become well-known for something. Example: "After years of hard work, the young artist finally made a name for herself in the world of contemporary art."
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After college, he made a name for himself in fashion.
By then, she had made a name for herself.
"Santonio Holmes really made a name for himself.
That's where I made a name for myself.
He made a name for himself as an upstart journalist.
This is where George Young made a name for himself.
"He's made a name for himself," receiver Hines Ward said.
The Watertown, Mass., company made a name for itself as the Boston Celtics made a name for themselves in the 1950s and '60s with 11 N.B.A. titles.
Mr. Erickson has also made a name for himself as a passionate party scold.
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After Mr. Plouffe made a name for himself in the campaign, he made a buck.
As if on cue, Braden barreled into history Sunday and truly made a name for himself.
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