To somebody’s credit
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To show respect or acknowledgement for someone's skills or behavior.
To her credit, she admitted her mistake and apologized for it.

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Describing a positive feature or action of someone.
To his credit, he has been very generous with his time and advice.

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To show respect or acknowledgement for someone's skills or behavior.
To her credit, she admitted her mistake and apologized for it.

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Describing a positive feature or action of someone.
To his credit, he has been very generous with his time and advice.

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Positive Acknowledgement
Use this phrase when acknowledging someone's admirable qualities or deeds in a positive light.

To the team's credit, they remained professional under pressure.
Implicit Contrast
Often implies a contrast with negative aspects or a difficult situation.

To her credit, she stayed calm despite the chaos around her.
Personal Merit
Emphasizes personal merit, distinguishing someone's actions or character positively.

To his credit, he volunteered before anyone else.
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