steal someone's thunder
The idiom "steal someone's thunder" originates from the 18th century and is commonly used to describe taking credit for someone else's achievements or ideas.
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Definition
B2General
(informal)To take credit for someone else's idea or achievement, overshadowing their contribution.
Example
- She stole his thunder by announcing the project results before he had a chance to.
B2General
(informal)To gain attention or praise by doing or announcing something before someone else.
Example
- He felt disappointed when his colleague stole his thunder by presenting the solution first.
Similar
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