come up with the goods
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
Do what is expected of you.
Where it’s used:
Used
Widespread English
Sources & notes
Listed in Wiktionary’s “English idioms” category (retrieved 2026-07-29); definition pending editorial review. Figurative class: Metaphor (PIE-English corpus, CC BY 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-31).
Common questions
What does “come up with the goods” mean?
Do what is expected of you.
Is “come up with the goods” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.