He promised to pay me back, and he made good on that.
make good on
idiomTo fulfill or honor (a promise, prediction etc).
The company promised a refund for the faulty product, and they finally made good on their word today.
After years of empty political rhetoric, the senator finally made good on his campaign pledge to reform the local education system.
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a good deal
Very much; to a great extent; a lot; lots.
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absence makes the heart grow fonder
One feels more love or affection for those one loves when parted from them.
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all good
It's all good.
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bill of goods
A set of misleading or deceptive claims.
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but good
To a high degree; very thoroughly; in a most definite manner.
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cannot make it
Cannot reach satisfactory or expected standards or do something competently; describes someone in a hopeless situation.
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come from a good place
To be motivated by decency, kindness, or good intentions.
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come up with the goods
To produce what was expected or required.
Last updated April 17, 2026