
A place in the sun
Not Literal
The phrase is figurative and does not refer to an actual place with sunlight.
Even in a crowded city, she found her place in the sun — her dream job.
Complete Satisfaction
Implies complete happiness or fulfillment, not just partial satisfaction.
Becoming a teacher, he knew he'd found his place in the sun.
Personal Triumph
Often used to describe a hard-earned personal achievement.
Her gallery opening was her place in the sun after years of study.
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