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live up to
to meet expectations
In more detail
1. (phrasal verb) to do as well as or be as good as something expected or promised
2. (phrasal verb) to fulfill or achieve something that someone hoped for
Examples
- 1. The new restaurant didn't live up to all the positive reviews we read online.
- 2. She worked hard to live up to her parents' expectations.
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