rising star

[rahy-zing stahr] / ˈraɪ zɪŋ ˈstɑr /

NOUN

comer

Synonyms

WEAK

VIP achiever affluential catalyst doer dynamo enterprising person entrepreneur generator go-getter heavy hitter heavyweight leader lightning rod man of influence mover palpable presence pathfinder player presence producer spark plug trailblazer up-and-comer upstart wheeler and dealer whip

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Lauren Macuga, a rising star in US alpine skiing, will miss the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics in February after suffering a season-ending knee injury in training, the US ski federation said Friday.

From Barron's

Beloved by fans for his gregarious nature and light-hearted approach, Zoeller was plunged into controversy in 1997 as 21-year-old rising star Woods was marching to a stunning victory in the Masters.

From Barron's

That's rising star Ellis Howard's advice to young artists who are hoping to cut through.

From BBC

The surprise move from the Georgia congresswoman - a rising star in the Republican party - has left many speculating about her next steps.

From BBC

And she knew it: For the rising star, persona came first, and reality was an afterthought.

From The Wall Street Journal

rising star

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