to come to the scratch

Examples

• All

• The team needed someone to volunteer, and Mark came to the scratch without hesitation.

• He always comes to the scratch during emergencies.

• Even when the project seemed hopeless, she came to the scratch with new ideas.

• Don't worry, she will come to the scratch when needed!

• When the storm caused power outages, our neighbor came to the scratch and helped us set up a generator.

• During the charity event, Lisa came to the scratch to organize the volunteers and ensure everything ran smoothly.

• In the final moments of the game, Jake came to the scratch to score the winning goal.

Synonyms

S

to step up to the plate

vsto come to the scratch

• Informal

32 4.6

To take responsibility and act when a difficult situation happens

responds to requests for assistance under pressure rather than seeking responsibility

C

to come to one's rescue

vsto come to the scratch

16 3.1

To help someone who is in trouble or danger

responds in many pressured situations rather than only at crucial moments

C

to come to the rescue

vsto come to the scratch

14 3.4

Arrive to help someone who is in trouble

responds when required under pressure and emphasizes duty rather than physical arrival

C

to come to (someone's) aid

vsto come to the scratch

3 3.1

To help someone when they are in trouble

responds when required under pressure rather than only helping individuals

Antonyms

S

to shirk

19 6.3

To avoid doing work because it is hard or unpleasant

How Dependable

to rise to the challenge

6 4.2

to come to the scratch

• UK

9.6

to play one's part

3.9

to help out

• Informal

486 1.0

Surface Forms

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Etymology