Question 1

What does "carve out" mean?

Accepted Answer

To create or establish a role, reputation, or place for oneself through effort, usually in a competitive environment.

Question 2

How do you use "carve out" in a sentence?

Accepted Answer

She worked for years to carve out a career for herself in the competitive world of fashion.

Question 3

Is "carve out" formal or informal?

Accepted Answer

"carve out" is register-neutral — appropriate in both casual and formal contexts. Very common in professional, journalistic, and business English. Often followed by 'a niche', 'a career', 'a role', 'a reputation'. The literal sense (cutting) is less frequent in everyday use.

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