Be somebody’s middle name

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expression

To describe a characteristic or quality that someone is known for or that is typical of them.

"Determination is her middle name. She never gives up."
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Often appears as...

  • "efficiency is my middle name."
  • "patience is not his middle name."

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Idiomatic

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Personal Traits

Used to emphasize a characteristic that is very strong or prominent in someone.

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Persistence is Tom's middle name; he always finishes what he starts.
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Figurative Sense

It's not a literal middle name but a figurative way to highlight a trait.

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If you ask me, 'adventurous' should be Lara's middle name.
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Positive or Negative

The phrase can be used for both positive and negative qualities.

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Messy is definitely his middle name, look at his room!
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