show (someone) what (one's) made of

To demonstrate one's true talent, fortitude, ability, courage, or worth (to someone). No one thinks you stand a chance in this match, but you go out there and show them what you're made of! This could be the biggest trial of my career. Time to go show what I'm made of!

what you are made of

your true abilities or qualities.

See also: made, of, what

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See also:

what you are made of
what (one) is made of
what somebody is made of
be given a run for (one's) money
get a run for (one's) money
the courage of (one's) convictions
stand tall
courage
give someone a run for their money
give someone or something a run for their money

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