Sentence examples for be up to scratch from inspiring English sources
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The phrase "be up to scratch" is correct and usable in written English.
It is typically used to indicate that something meets a required standard or is satisfactory.
Example: "After reviewing the report, I can confirm that it is up to scratch and ready for submission."
Alternatives: "meet the standard" or "be satisfactory."
Idiom
Up to scratch.
If something doesn't come up to scratch, it doesn't meet the standard required or expected.
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