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Successful person

outlier

noun

a person who is very unusual or successful and not like others in the same group

success story

noun

someone or something that becomes very successful

boy wonder

noun

a boy or young man who is very intelligent, skillful, or successful

superwoman

noun

a woman who is very successful in her job, is involved in many activities, and also usually takes care of a home and family

high-flier

noun

someone who has achieved a lot and is determined to continue being successful

leader

noun

a person, company, or product that is more successful, popular, or advanced than others in a particular area of activity

top dog

noun

the best, most important, or most powerful person in a group, especially the winner in a competition

hotshot

noun

someone who is very good and successful at something, especially someone young

performer

noun

someone who does something with a particular amount of success

survivor

noun

someone who manages to continue a successful life despite very bad experiences

cyberloafing

using the Internet where you work, during working hours, for activities which are not work-related

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