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carve out

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carve out something
1. to create a reputation, rank, or job through skillful activities. She carved out a reputation for herself as a high-powered lawyer.
2. to get a part of something. Those companies carved out a sizable share of the imported pasta market.
See also: carve

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If you come to religion, it seems to me a man shouldn't want to carve out his meat to an ounce beforehand:--one must trust a little to Providence and be generous.
 
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