Meaning of the word "meet the deadline" in English

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meet the deadline

US /miːt ðə ˈdɛdˌlaɪn/
UK /miːt ðə ˈdɛdˌlaɪn/
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Phrase

to complete a task or project by the specified time or date

Example:
We need to work extra hard to meet the deadline for this report.
Despite the challenges, the team managed to meet the deadline.