up-and-comer
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The brand is still an up-and-comer, with annual sales a fraction of leading brands like Patrón.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 28, 2026
Wrestling tradition dictates that big-name stars lose their last match, going out on their back to promote an up-and-comer.
From Salon ● Dec. 14, 2025
While she is an up-and-comer with a handicap that lists her as scratch golfer, placing her in the top 1% of women in the U.S., the American Junior Golf Association lists her 461st among girls.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 12, 2025
There, he shared not just an apartment, but a living room separated by a sheet with another up-and-comer trying to make a name for himself: Nate Bargatze.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 12, 2025
Bobby started off with a win against Arthur Feuerstein, defeating the young up-and-comer for the first time.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
