reach for the stars
To have high hopes; to be ambitious.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“You should always reach for the stars.”
“My teacher always encouraged us to reach for the stars and never settle for less than our best.”
“Despite the many obstacles in her path, she continued to reach for the stars, driven by an unwavering belief in her own potential.”
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bar star
A woman who frequents bars or lounges, usually late at night.
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hitch one's wagon to a star
To commit to an aspirational goal or course of action that will lead to fulfillment.
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lucky star
Something that appears to give a person luck
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reach for the sky
To aim for the best possible outcome.
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see stars
To experience apparent flashing lights in one's field of vision, especially after receiving a blow to the head.
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star turn
An acting performance which causes the performer to become renowned.
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star vehicle
A movie, play, TV series, or other production that enhances an actor's career.
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stars align
Events or circumstances combine fortuitously.
Last updated August 10, 2026