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Golden Boy

talented young violinist gives up musical career for the sake of wealth and fame as a boxer. [Am. Lit.: Odets Golden Boy in Magill III, 422]

Golden Boy

violinist turns boxer for fame, wealth. [Am. Lit.: Golden Boy]
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