What does the phrasal verb “own up” mean? Explore the meaning and usage of the phrasal verb “own up“, illustrated with examples:
Definition
To come clean, acknowledge, confess, or admit guilt or responsibility. The phrase is often used with ‘to’.
Example(s)
I will forgive you if you own up to breaking the vase.
He is having trouble owning up to mistakes.
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