Etymology

place in the sun

Today it means: A favorable position, characterized by comfort, success, wealth or general well-being. Full definition →

French place au soleil
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  1. French · calque ofplace au soleil
  2. English todayplace in the sun

Possibly a calque of French place au soleil.

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