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rise to the purple

idiom
Meaning

An elevation to a very high rank, especially a royal one.


Examples
SIMPLE

The young prince will rise to the purple soon.

CONTEXTUAL

After years of loyal service, the general finally rose to the purple and became the new emperor.

COMPLEX

History remembers the ambitious noble who, through calculated alliances and ruthless strategy, eventually rose to the purple to rule the vast empire.

Anchors to
Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    get a rise out of

    To obtain a reaction from (someone), especially one of annoyance.

  2. 02

    Lord willing and the creek don't rise

    Barring unforeseen circumstances.

  3. 03

    raise to the purple

    To be elevated to a very high rank.

  4. 04

    rise and shine

    Used to wish someone happiness upon waking up

  5. 05

    rise to the challenge

    To show resolve or effectiveness in dealing with a difficulty.

  6. 06

    rise to the occasion

    To show resolve or effectiveness in dealing with a difficulty.

  7. 07

    rise up

    To mount a rebellion or insurgency; to rebel; to revolt.

  8. 08

    rise with the lark

    To be awake and out of bed early in the morning.

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