acquire a nickname
Frequency: 4.50.7 per million words
to get a nickname, often gradually or formally
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- He managed to acquire a humorous nickname during his first week at the new job.
- Through his brave actions, the firefighter quickly acquired a heroic nickname in the community.
- It's common for children to acquire an affectionate nickname from their family members.
- She didn't intend to, but she soon began to acquire the nickname 'Speedy' due to her quick movements.
- After winning several competitions, the athlete had clearly acquired the nickname 'Champ'.
- Many famous artists acquire their nicknames from their unique artistic styles.
- The new student hoped not to acquire any embarrassing nicknames at school.
- Over time, he would acquire a series of nicknames that reflected his evolving personality.
- The old lighthouse acquired a mysterious nickname among the local sailors.
- Even as an adult, she never lost the cute nickname she had acquired as a baby.