a feather in your cap
US /ə ˈfɛðər ɪn jʊər kæp/
UK /ə ˈfɛðər ɪn jʊər kæp/

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an achievement to be proud of
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Winning that award was truly a feather in her cap.
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Completing the marathon was a feather in his cap, even though he didn't win.
an achievement to be proud of