own up to
Example Sentences
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Operators who own up to and including five vehicles will receive €1,350 per vehicle; operators who own six to 20 will receive €790 and operators with over 21 vehicles will receive €300.
From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026
The U.S. should own up to its good intentions.
From Barron's • Jan. 14, 2026
Einav and Finkelstein own up to having “preached the gospel” of skin-in-the-game “to generations of students.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 8, 2025
His refusal to own up to his role has infuriated many.
From Seattle Times • May 11, 2024
Or it could own up to its complicity.
From "A Few Red Drops: The Chicago Race Riot of 1919" by Claire Hartfield
