CEFR C1

fair off

verb phrase

Meaning

To perform or succeed in a particular way, especially in relation to expectations or a specific situation; to turn out or happen.

Examples

  • The new product did not fair off well in the market, with sales much lower than predicted.
  • Despite the difficult circumstances, the students managed to fair off quite admirably on their final exams.

Synonyms: perform, succeed, do, turn out