do justice
The phrase "do justice" is commonly used in English to convey fairness, accuracy, and appreciation in various contexts.
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Definition
B2General
(common)To treat or represent someone or something fairly and accurately.
Example
- The movie adaptation did justice to the book, capturing all its essential themes.
- Her speech did justice to the complexity of the issue.
B2Performance
(common)To perform or present something in a way that fully conveys its value or merit.
Example
- The pianist's rendition did justice to the composer's masterpiece.
- He finally got a role that does justice to his acting skills.
B2Task Execution
(common)To handle or execute a task or duty with the appropriate level of skill and care.
Example
- She did justice to the project by putting in extra hours and effort.
- The chef did justice to the recipe with his meticulous preparation.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "do justice":
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