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Explaining “Give credit where credit is due”
Anwar Kareem 08/10/2024, 23:08English.me team member
What does it mean?
The phrase "Give credit where credit is due" means to acknowledge or praise someone for their achievements or efforts when it is deserved.
Tone
Encouraging and fair-minded
Origin
The phrase is believed to have derived from the Bible, specifically from a verse in the Book of Romans, which suggests giving people what is owed to them, including respect and honor.
Examples of usage
- The project was a success, and we should give credit where credit is due to all the team members who worked tirelessly.
- Even though I had the idea, it was Sarah who executed it perfectly, so we should give credit where credit is due.
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