show what you are made ofshow (someone) what (you) are made of
to prove how strong or clever or brave you are.
Next week's race will give her a chance to show what she's really made of.
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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!