equal to the occasion



equal to the occasion

Having the necessary ability, talent, qualities, or capability to handle or accomplish a given role or situation. The young soldier proved equal to the occasion and saved his platoon from an enemy ambush. We need a manager who can lead project initiatives and efficiently direct employees—do you think you're equal to the occasion?
See also: equal, occasion

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Ognen-Macedonian
Curran['kʌrən]
JanetteJAN-ət, jə-NETEnglish
Jamesina-Scottish
ErzsiER-zheeHungarian
Akilah-Arabic