"I got mine" meaning in All languages combined

See I got mine on Wiktionary

Phrase [English]

Head templates: {{head|en|phrase}} I got mine
  1. (often used attributively) Used to convey that one has achieved success and that others should be able to as well regardless of ability, background, or circumstances. Tags: attributive, often Related terms: pull oneself up by one's bootstraps
    Sense id: en-I_got_mine-en-phrase-TxrkGlQQ Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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