up to standard

Example Sentences

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From the get go, Rana showed a willingness to tell colleagues that they were making mistakes and their work wasn’t up to standard, people familiar with the matter said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026

We call for improved procedures for offboarding top-level officials, which should be up to standard no matter how powerful the position.

From Salon • Mar. 11, 2024

Washington would greatly miss Johnson if he isn’t able to play up to standard.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 6, 2024

"Nothing is up to standard in this country," he said as mourners, some crying, others holding pictures of the deceased, listened on.

From Reuters • Sep. 28, 2023

Thessicher took us in, and his hospitality was up to standard though his means were small.

From "The Left Hand of Darkness" by Ursula K. Le Guin