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own up to

Idiom Mistake

Meaning

to admit or confess to something you did wrong

Example Sentences

"She finally owned up to breaking the vase."

Related Expressions

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being suspected or in trouble

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to feel like you are about to cry because of strong emotions

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to have financial difficulties; to feel short of money

out of the blue

unexpectedly or without warning

Handle with kid gloves

To treat someone very gently or carefully.