deliver on (something)

deliver on (something)

To fulfill an obligation, such as keeping a promise or paying a debt. You better deliver on all the things you said you would do, or the client is not going to be happy. Trust me, I always deliver on my promises to pay my debts, OK? Only tell my kids you'll take them out for ice cream if you can deliver on it, OK? They're always really disappointed when you don't show up.

See also: deliver, on

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deliver on

v.

To do something one has promised or is expected to do: The contractor delivered on his promises to get the work done by Friday. Our office manager delivers on everything she says she will do.

See also: deliver, on

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