rise to the purple
The phrase "rise to the purple" originates from the Roman Empire, where emperors wore purple robes as a symbol of their supreme authority.
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Definition
C2Historical
(idiomatic, figurative)To attain the highest position of power, especially in a royal or imperial context.
Example
- His cunning and strategic alliances helped him rise to the purple, securing his place as the new emperor.
- Despite his humble beginnings, he managed to rise to the purple through sheer determination and military prowess.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "rise to the purple":
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