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Ride the Coattails

Definition:

To benefit from the success or popularity of someone else by associating oneself with them or their accomplishments.

Part of Speech:

Verb phrase

Sense:

1. To exploit the success or fame of another person or group for one's personal advantage.

Usage:

This term is commonly used to describe when someone gains benefits, recognition, attention, or success simply by being associated with or connected to someone who is already successful or popular.

Examples:

• 1. He managed to ride the coattails of his famous friend's acting career to secure a role in a blockbuster movie.
• 2. The politician tried to ride the coattails of the popular mayor by endorsing him during the election campaign.
• 3. The company hoped to ride the coattails of the recent technological breakthrough by branding their product as cutting-edge.

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