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(idiomatic) A young person who is ugly, but who is expected to become beautiful as they mature.

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ugly duckling

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ugly duckling

Noun

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(idiomatic) A young person who is ugly, but who is expected to become beautiful as they mature.

Japanese Meaning

初めはみにくいが、成長するにつれて美しくなると期待される若者や人物のこと。

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Even though she was called an ugly duckling in high school, she eventually turned into a graceful, confident woman.

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高校時代、醜いアヒルの子と呼ばれていたが、彼女はやがて優雅で自信に満ちた女性になった。

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(idiomatic) A young person who is ugly, but who is expected to become beautiful as they mature.

The ugly duckling has become a very fine swan, and Rachel Sprigg and her team have worked hard to ensure that Derby is a worthy winner of that coveted National Rail Award. They can be proud of their achievements.

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ugly ducklings

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