A feather in your cap

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An achievement one can be proud of.

Winning the science competition is certainly a feather in your cap.
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Often appears as...

  • add
  • gain

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Idiomatic

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Positive Connotation

The phrase is used to express a sense of achievement and pride, similar to displaying a trophy.

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After years of hard work, getting that promotion was a feather in your cap.
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Metaphoric Origin

Historically, warriors added feathers to their hats for each victory, representing success.

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Securing the deal with the client felt like adding a feather in your cap.
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Casual Use

Best used in informal or colloquial settings, rather than in very formal or academic writing.

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Completing the marathon was a real feather in your cap, wasn't it?
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