give a good account of yourself
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give a good account of yourself — idiom
1. to perform well in a contest or difficult situation, even if you do not actually
1.idiom
Definition
to perform well in a contest or difficult situation, even if you do not actually win.
Example
The young boxer gave a good account of himself against the regional champion.
Our debating team didn't take first place, but the children gave a good account of themselves.