hold up one's end
To hold up one's end of a bargain; to fulfill one's promise or obligation.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“I will do my work if you hold up your end.”
“We agreed to split the cleaning chores, so please make sure you hold up your end.”
“Although the partnership faced significant financial strain, each member remained committed to holding up their end of the original agreement.”
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abound in one's own sense
To follow one’s own inclinations and opinions.
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ace up one's sleeve
A surprise advantage of which others are not aware.
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act one's age
To behave in a manner appropriate to one's age.
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act one's age, not one's shoe size
Synonym of act one's age (“to behave in a mature manner; to avoid being childish”).
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afraid of one's own shadow
Exceptionally timid.
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air one's dirty laundry in public
To reveal one's sordid secrets to the public.
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air one's dirty linen in public
Synonym of air one's dirty laundry in public.
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albatross around one's neck
A characteristic, possession, associate, or previous deed that hinders one's ability to succeed.
Last updated August 10, 2026