fill the bill

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Serve a particular purpose well, as in I was afraid there wasn't enough chicken for everyone, but this casserole will fill the bill , or Karen's testimony just fills the bill, so we're sure to get a conviction . This expression alludes to adding less-known performers to a program (or bill ) in order to make a long enough entertainment. [First half of 1800s]

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