own up to
Example Sentences
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When Lestat is made to reckon with what’s presented as “failures” in both his mortal and immortal lives, he can’t quite own up to being a true monster, because that’s not what he really is.
From Salon ● Jul. 21, 2026
Operators who own up to and including five vehicles will receive €1,350 per vehicle; operators who own six to 20 will receive €790 and operators with over 21 vehicles will receive €300.
From BBC ● Apr. 29, 2026
The U.S. should own up to its good intentions.
From Barron's ● Jan. 14, 2026
I agreed with both of those decisions by the Lakers, and I appreciated seeing Bill come around and own up to his initial doubts.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 19, 2025
If it’s bad, as long as they own up to it and promise to do better, he’ll still give them a meal.
From "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas
