meet expectations
The movie didn’t live up to the hype; it was actually pretty boring.
live up to — 2 meanings
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fulfil moral duty
Despite the pressure, she always tried to live up to her principles, even when it meant making unpopular decisions.
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1. meet expectations
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to be as good as what was expected or promised, or to match a certain standard.
The movie didn’t live up to the hype; it was actually pretty boring.
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to act in accordance with one's moral principles, values, or responsibilities, especially when these are demanding or require integrity.
Despite the pressure, she always tried to live up to her principles, even when it meant making unpopular decisions.
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