What does the phrasal verb “carve out” mean? Explore the meaning and usage of the phrasal verb “carve out“, illustrated with examples:
Definition
1. To hollow by carving.
2. To create (a reputation, chance, role, rank, career, victory) by hard work.
Example(s)
1.he likes to carve huge athletic statutes out of marble.
2. He has succeeded in carving out a nice career in the cinema industry.
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