What is another word for be one of?

Pronunciation: [biː wˈɒn ɒv] (IPA)

Be one of is a phrasal verb that means to become a member of something or to be considered as a part of a group. Synonyms for this phrasal verb may include phrases such as 'join the ranks of', 'become a part of', 'be counted among', 'enter into the fold of', 'join forces with', or 'unite with'. Each of these alternatives implies a slightly different connotation, but all share the idea of inclusion or becoming a part of something larger. Whether you're talking about a sports team, a social group, or a political movement, these synonyms give you plenty of options for expressing the idea of joining or becoming a part of a larger collective.

What are the hypernyms for Be one of?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Famous quotes with Be one of

  • You know, I think when I reflect on it, I think there's certainly a sense of history. When you have ambitions to play this game, you want to be one of the best ever, and you want to play so well and be so effective that you want people to remember your name 100 years from now.
    Marcus Allen
  • The relationship between husband and wife should be one of closest friends.
    B. R. Ambedkar
  • Between you and me, I think that may be one of the things that will help with the collaboration, because there are things Eric thinks I'm moving too quickly on, and there are things I think he's dragging out. When it gets to the editor they can arbitrate.
    Robert Asprin
  • The basic story for the opener is that word came through the bar that someone got knifed and killed up on the Moon Walk. It turns out to be one of the quarter regulars that everybody knows, including Maestro and Bone.
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  • I decided that I would be one of the biggest new names; and I actually had some little fancy business cards printed up to announce it, 'Count Basie. Beware, the Count is Here.'
    Count Basie

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