- From star-crossed lovers to hitching a wagon to a star, get inspired by this sparkly symbol of high achievement
- Take this as a sign that your star might just be rising
Do you believe your fate is written in the stars? Photo: ShutterstockIt’s the time of year when Hong Kong secondary school students fight their last battle – taking their university entrance exams. As many of them are reaching for the stars, let’s go over some idioms inspired by this symbol of high achievement.
1. Hitch a wagon to a star
Meaning: to pursue grand or lofty goals for yourself, often by partnering with someone or something that is already successful or revered
Example: When I was trying to become a screenwriter, I hitched my wagon to a star by befriending some popular actresses.
2. Lucky star
Meaning: a person or thing that brings you aid, good fortune or good luck
Example: My mum is my lucky star. There’s no way I could have made it through my exams without her.
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3. Reach for the stars
Meaning: to have high or ambitious aims
Example: When making a career move, don’t be afraid to reach for the stars.
4. Stars in your eyes
Meaning: to be very hopeful and excited about something and think that it will be much better or more enjoyable than it actually is
Example: When she left home, she had stars in her eyes about the exhibition she was going to see.
5. Stars have aligned
Meaning: describes when a situation is very good or lucky, or becomes completely right in order for something to happen
Example: The stars have aligned to make this victory possible.
6. Star-struck
Meaning: fascinated or greatly impressed by famous people, especially those connected with the cinema or the theatre
Example: I know she’s famous, but try not to act star-struck when you meet her.
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7. Star is rising
Meaning: describes when someone is on the way to great fame or fortune
Example: It’s clear the actress’s star is rising, as she is now confirmed for three blockbuster films over the next few years.
8. Star-studded
Meaning: featuring a number of famous people, such as actors or athletes
Example: This film with a star-studded cast is the only thing people are talking about these days.
9. Written in the stars
Meaning: destined to be
Example: It was written in the stars that they would meet and fall in love.
10. Star-crossed lovers
Meaning: any lovers whose affection for each other is doomed to end in tragedy
Example: Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet play star-crossed lovers in Titanic.