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Definition earn your stripes in American English

earn your stripes phrase

phrase
1

to do something to deserve a new position or a higher status

Example

He earned his stripes playing for the reserve team.

Synonyms and related words
walk the walk excel distinguish yourself
Definition earn your stripes in American English