Meaning of deliver the goods | Babel Free

Definitions

To do what was promised or expected.

idiomatic, informal

Equivalents

Examples

“The government promised a lot, but failed to deliver the goods.”

“[…] many drivers who fired those engines in their hey-day have all confirmed to me that they were free-steaming machines, which when pressed could "deliver the goods".”

“Euro 2022 stars Beth Mead, Alessia Russo and Toone all came off the bench to help inspire a comeback and it was the Manchester United midfielder, who scored the opening goal in that European success at Wembley, who delivered the goods again.”

“Empowered staff deliver the goods and exceed your expectations. Disempowered staff develop a 'sullen obedience' where they stop driving new initiatives and just await orders.”

CEFR level