She decided to hitch her wagon to a star and pursue her dream.
hitch one's wagon to a star
idiomTo commit to an aspirational goal or course of action that will lead to fulfillment.
Origin
first recorded 19th c.Coined by Ralph Waldo Emerson in his essay Civilization (1870).
By joining the innovative startup, he chose to hitch his wagon to a star and aim for a successful career in technology.
The young artist resolved to hitch her wagon to a star, dedicating her life to the pursuit of creative excellence despite the many challenges ahead.
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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.