Meaning of 'Step up to the plate'
What does the saying 'Step up to the plate' mean?
Idiom: Step up to the plate
Meaning:
If someone steps up to the plate, they take on or accept a challenge or a responsibility.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: General |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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