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step up to the plate

Idiom Responsibility

Meaning

to take responsibility for doing something important

Example Sentences

"When the leader resigned, she stepped up to the plate and took charge."

Related Expressions

find your feet

to become comfortable in a new situation

hold the fort

to be in charge while someone is away

think through

to consider something carefully from all angles

in good faith

with honest intentions; sincerely

have a lightbulb moment

a sudden realization or idea

a tough cookie

someone who is strong and not easily upset