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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For instance, as a Christian, I am called to vote for doing justice, making peace, loving mercy, being humble, doing good and resisting evil and, most of all, loving my neighbor, whoever that is. Chicago Tribune, 15 Aug. 2026

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“Do justice.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/do%20justice. Accessed 24 Aug. 2026.

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