get a nickname

Frequency: 8.022.4 per million words

the most common way to say you have been given a nickname

nicknameVERB + NICKNAME

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Examples (10)

  • He got his nickname ‘Ash’ from his heavy smoking.
  • She got a nickname for being always late.
  • The new student quickly got a nickname from his classmates.
  • It's easy to get a nickname in a close-knit group.
  • He hopes he doesn't get a nickname he dislikes.
  • Many famous athletes get a nickname that reflects their playing style.
  • How did you get that funny nickname?
  • She managed to get a nickname that perfectly suited her personality.
  • After that incident, he was sure to get a nickname.
  • Sometimes, people get a nickname without even realizing it.