come into own
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Related to come into own: come into one's own, come into its own, come into his own, come into my own, come into your own
come into (one's) own
1. Of a person, to reach a new level of maturity, independence, or success. Often said of young adults. Betsy has really come into her own this year. A full-time job, a new apartment—she's doing great!
2. Of a thing, to prove to be very useful or helpful. When you're waiting for the bus in freezing weather, your coat will really come into its own, believe me.
come into one's (or its) own
to become independent; to be recognized as independent and capable, usually after much effort or time. Maria is coming into her own as a concert pianist.
come ˌinto your/its ˈown
have the opportunity to show how good or useful you are or something is: When the traffic’s as bad as this, a bicycle really comes into its own. ♢ It was only when she became Health Secretary that she came into her own.come into (one's) own
1. To get possession of what belongs to one.
2. To obtain rightful recognition or prosperity: a concert pianist who has at last come into his own.