When do you use the phrase " to step up to the plate" ? The sentence is from a text from BBC " they were just regular passengers this afternoon, who stepped up to the plate as soon as they saw what wa

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When do you use the phrase " to step up to the plate" ? The sentence is from a text from BBC " they were just regular passengers this afternoon, who stepped up to the plate as soon as they saw what was happening".

22 août 2015 08:49

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It's a baseball analogy and means to assume responsibility or leadership often in a crisis or difficult situation. It is a bit of a cliche too.

22 août 2015

step up to the plate to take responsibility for doing something :Exp: It is time companies stepped up to the plate and made sure the meat they sell is safe to eat. Related vocabulary: step in

22 août 2015

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