Emma
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".
2015年8月22日 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.
2015年8月22日
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
2015年8月22日
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