(historical) In France, a person who offered his services as a guide, messenger, etc. for hire, especially to strangers.

plural of valet-de-place

(idiomatic) To discover one's vocation, purpose, and/or sense of belonging to or passion for something.

plural of wide place in the road

Synonym of wide spot in the road

To understand one's rank or status and behave accordingly; to act humbly.

(idiomatic, informal, chiefly in the negative) A slight bit of disorder or unkemptness.

(idiomatic, derogatory) Alternative form of like someone owns the place

To replace someone

To arrive at the (physical) place where one is supposed to be. / To attain the position one is supposed or destined to reach.