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star turn

idiom

An acting performance which causes the performer to become renowned.


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  1. 01

    bar star

    A woman who frequents bars or lounges, usually late at night.

  2. 02

    Buggins's turn

    A humorous, disparaging term for the appointment of a person by rotation or promotion, on the basis of length of service (it being that person's "turn") rather than merit or level of qualification.

  3. 03

    good turn

    A good deed; a thoughtful or selfless act.

  4. 04

    hitch one's wagon to a star

    To commit to an aspirational goal or course of action that will lead to fulfillment.

  5. 05

    left turn

    An unexpected change from the way things seemed to be going.

  6. 06

    lucky star

    Something that appears to give a person luck

  7. 07

    serve the turn

    To suffice for one's immediate purpose or need.

  8. 08

    star vehicle

    A movie, play, TV series, or other production that enhances an actor's career.

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