carved out

South by Southwest has carved out a specific niche for itself on the festival circuit, a little rowdier and more spirited than the likes of Sundance or Cannes.

Although Forever 21 had carved out a niche in the market for teenage girls, its specificity soon became limiting as it failed to attract older customers.

But, despite a monstrous minor league career that vaulted him into discussion as one of the top young talents in the sport, Lux never quite carved out a full-time role in the Dodgers’ lineup.

“Angelenos are facing a staggering housing crisis, and it makes little sense to destroy homes and communities that have carved out a shred of stability amidst an untenable situation.”

He has also carved out a career fronting documentaries, often about dangerous places and people, most recently Sky History's Mafia and Britain.