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to live down
[phrase form: live]
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a depăși, a-și recâștiga fața
to move past a negative reputation, embarrassing situation, or mistake by demonstrating better behavior over time
Example
After the scandal, the politician worked hard to rebuild his reputation and live down the controversy.
She regretted saying those hurtful words, but she hoped that with time she could live them down and repair her relationship with her friend.
The family was determined to live down the shame of their past mistakes.
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