pass muster (as something)
to be accepted as good enough for something

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pass muster
to be acceptable or satisfactory.
The tortillas and tacos we offered for lunch today didn't pass muster with the students.

Etymology: based on the military use of the phrase pass muster (= to gather soldiers in a group to show officers they are acceptably dressed and equipped)

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pass muster
to pass a test or checkup, to measure up to a certain standard
The player was not able to pass muster and was not included on the team.

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pass muster
v. phr., informal To pass a test or check-up; be good enough.
After a practice period, Sam found that he was able to pass muster as a lathe operator.
His work was done carefully, so it always passed muster.
Compare: MEASURE UP.

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