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What does rise to the occasion mean?

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  1. (idiomatic) To show resolve or effectiveness in dealing with a difficulty.
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Their relationship is perfectly told and both actors rise to the occasion served up to them by the original author and the adaptor.
From establishing a good breastfeeding regimen, or preparing meals to learning about eating disorders, as parents we rise to the occasion.
I trust that Nigerian diplomacy will rise to the occasion when the time for decision comes.
Morrisons staff in Keighley are fired up about their store's latest improvement and hope customers will rise to the occasion.
I also like the fact that he doesn't just rise to the occasion in certain events that suit his style.
I have listened to the debate today and I would say that everyone is trying to rise to the occasion.

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