Idiom
every dog has its day
Meanings
Everyone will have a chance to succeed or be noticed eventually, even if they struggle now.
Definition
Everyone gets a chance for success or recognition at some point.
“Every dog has its day” means that even someone who seems unlucky, weak, or overlooked will eventually have a moment of success. It reminds people that situations can change and that patience can pay off. It is often used to encourage someone or to comment on a surprising win.
Examples
- Don’t worry about the rejection—every dog has its day.
- He used to be ignored, but every dog has its day, and now he’s leading the project.
- When she finally won the award, I thought, every dog has its day.
- They laughed at his idea at first, but every dog has its day.
- I know I’ll get my break someday—every dog has its day.
More at B2 level
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