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Definition |
a method of acknowledging one's behavior |
Examples |
1) After recognizing his mistake, he chose to
own up to it. 2) Even though it was difficult, she decided
to own up to her mistake and
apologize to her friend for the misunderstanding. |
Etymology |
The term finds its origins in the Middle
English word "ownen," which means to confess, combined with "up,"
signifying a candid acknowledgment of something. |
Synonyms |
admit, confess, fess up |
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