fill one's boots
To perform at a high level in one's official role.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“He really filled his boots during his first year as manager.”
“The new director was given full control of the project, and she certainly filled her boots by delivering excellent results.”
“Given the rare opportunity to lead the department, the ambitious young analyst filled his boots by implementing reforms that significantly improved the company's efficiency.”
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abound in one's own sense
To follow one’s own inclinations and opinions.
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ace up one's sleeve
A surprise advantage of which others are not aware.
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act one's age
To behave in a manner appropriate to one's age.
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act one's age, not one's shoe size
Synonym of act one's age (“to behave in a mature manner; to avoid being childish”).
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afraid of one's own shadow
Exceptionally timid.
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air one's dirty laundry in public
To reveal one's sordid secrets to the public.
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air one's dirty linen in public
Synonym of air one's dirty laundry in public.
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albatross around one's neck
A characteristic, possession, associate, or previous deed that hinders one's ability to succeed.
Last updated August 10, 2026