do justice

phrase

1
a
: to act justly
b
: to treat fairly or adequately
The portrait doesn't do justice to her beauty.
c
: to show due appreciation for
2
: to acquit in a way worthy of one's abilities

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“Do justice.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/do%20justice. Accessed 14 Dec. 2025.

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