English / phrase
rise to the occasion
MEANING IN ENGLISH
to show extraordinary courage, skill, or determination to handle a difficult situation successfully
In context
01
Under intense pressure in the final seconds of the game, the young goalkeeper rose to the occasion with a sensational save.
02
During national emergencies, medical personnel consistently rise to the occasion to protect public health.
Synonyms
Meet the challenge,step up,prove oneself
Antonyms
Fall short,succumb to pressure,buckle under stress
Collocations
Rise to the occasion brilliantly,ability to rise to the occasion,rise to the occasion under pressure