idiom
Up to Scratch
up too skrach
ʌp tuː skrætʃListen
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Syllable breakdown
uptoscratch
Dictionary meaning
Meeting the required standard or level of quality; good enough; performing at an acceptable level.
Examples
- The report wasn't up to scratch, so the manager sent it back for revision.
- His fitness level wasn't up to scratch for the national team.
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