He thinks he is a legend in his own lunchtime.
legend in one's own lunchtime
idiomOne whose fame is insignificant, fleeting or imaginary.
Origin
disputed originA playful variation of legend in one's own lifetime.
The new manager acts like a superstar, but the staff just calls him a legend in his own lunchtime.
Despite his grandiose claims of industry influence, his peers dismissed him as a mere legend in his own lunchtime, known only to a small circle of sycophants.
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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.