give sb a run for one's money
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Định Nghĩa và Ý Nghĩa của "[give] {sb} a run for {one's} money"

to give sb a run for one's money
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to challenge or compete with someone in a way that surprises or impresses others

to [give] {sb} a run for {one's} money definition and meaning

What is the origin of the idiom "give someone a run for their money" and when to use it?

The idiom "give someone a run for their money" is believed to have originated from horse racing, where a horse that is expected to win easily is challenged by another horse that runs just as fast and puts up a strong fight. Today, the idiom is often used in a figurative sense to describe a situation where someone competes with or challenges another person, organization, or team, and is so good that they make them work hard to win.

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She has been competing with the best in the industry and has given them a run for their money.
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