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The meaning and origin of the expression: Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and some have greatness thrust upon 'em

Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and some have greatness thrust upon 'em

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What's the origin of the phrase 'Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and some have greatness thrust upon 'em'?

The meaning and origin of the phrase 'Portrait of William Shakespeare'From Shakespeare's Twelfth Night, 1602:

Malvalio:
In my stars I am above thee; but be not afraid of greatness: some are born great, some achieve greatness, and some have greatness thrust upon 'em.

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