[go] from strength to strength
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to become more and more successful with the passage of time
The phrase "go from strength to strength" is believed to have originated from the Bible, specifically from Psalm 84:7, which reads "They go from strength to strength, till each appears before God in Zion." The phrase suggests that someone or something is becoming increasingly successful or powerful, building on previous achievements and continuing to improve over time.
- Over the years, their business has gone from strength to strength.
- The team has gone from strength to strength, winning each match this season.
- Her skills as a musician continue to go from strength to strength.
- With each passing year, the company goes from strength to strength, expanding its market share.
- After the initial success, the project went from strength to strength, gaining more supporters.