rise to the occasion
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"It is the ultimate test for me in Europe. This will be I think the hardest game we could have played, so we have to rise to the occasion and be at our very best."
From Barron's • Jan. 27, 2026
Once you’ve got something warm in the bowl, reach for greens that can rise to the occasion.
From Salon • Dec. 16, 2025
“So then we must ask ourselves, do we rise to the occasion? As always, time — and this author — will tell.”
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 13, 2025
In October, when the pitching can rise to the occasion, so can Muncy.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 16, 2025
Maybe it’s time for another hoop-man to rise to the occasion and show Shaquille he ain’t the only word- man on the court.
From "Bronx Masquerade" by Nikki Grimes
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