make one's way

make one's way {v. phr.}

1. To go forward with difficulty; find a path for yourself.

They made their way through the crowd.

2. To do many hard things to earn a living; make a life work for yourself.

He was anxious to finish school and make his own way in the world.

Compare: SHIFT FOR ONESELF.

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