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The shot heard around the world

Idiom History

Meaning

An event with worldwide significance or impact.

Example Sentences

"The invention of the internet was the shot heard around the world in communication."

Related Expressions

steal the spotlight

to get all the attention, often taking it away from someone...

paint oneself into a corner

to create a situation where one has limited options

written in the stars

destined to happen; fated

give someone a run for their money

to compete strongly against someone

add on

to include something extra

ease up

to become less intense or to relax