live up to
US /lɪv ˈʌp tə/
UK /lɪv ʌp tuː/
短语动词
达到, 不辜负
to meet or satisfy expectations, standards, or a promise
示例:
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It's hard to live up to everyone's expectations.
很难达到所有人的期望。
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The movie didn't live up to the hype.
这部电影没有达到宣传的效果。