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Not be/feel up to the mark

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Expectations

Used when someone doesn't live up to what was expected, either in quality or performance.

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His work today wasn't up to the mark; we expected better quality.
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Personal State

Describes a personal feeling of not being at one's best or usual level of health or energy.

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I'm not up to the mark today; I didn't sleep well last night.
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Subjective Standard

What is considered 'up to the mark' can vary depending on who's judging and their criteria.

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The teacher felt the essays weren't up to the mark, but the students thought differently.
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