Have something under your belt

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idiom

To have achieved or learned something valuable or important.

I've been working in this industry for ten years, so I've got a lot of experience under my belt.
Visual representation of "have something under your belt" - To have achieved or learned something valuable or important

Often appears as...

  • get something under your belt
  • have a lot under your belt

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Idiomatic

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Achievement Emphasis

The idiom highlights significant achievements or acquired skills, often through experience.

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With several successful projects under my belt, I feel confident in my abilities.
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Not Literal

This phrase is metaphorical and does not refer to actually wearing something.

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She has three degrees under her belt; her expertise is unquestionable.
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Timeframe Implication

It often suggests a period of time has been spent to achieve or learn something.

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After a year of training, he has the marathon under his belt.
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