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Angliholic Posted 17 years ago
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Emerged as a significant figure

A man of action, Brown supported the idea of starting a war to bring liberty to all slaves. In 1855, he emerged as a significant figure in the movement when he moved to Kansas.

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Does "emerged as" in the above mean "rose up as" or something else? Thanks.
  

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Yes, 'rose up' or 'became prominent'.

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  • Yes, 'rose up' or 'became prominent'.
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Yes, 'rose up' or 'became prominent'.
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