put (someone or something) to the test

idiom

: to cause (someone or something) to be in a situation that shows how strong, good, etc., that person or thing really is

Tomorrow's game will really put the team to the test.

We decided to put the theory to the test with a little experiment.

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USA TODAY, 8 Dec. 2024 But by the end of the season, a potential romantic future between the two is put to the test when he is found in bed with Caroline Merteuil (Sarah Catherine Hook), CeCe’s friend and sorority president. —

Abbey White, The Hollywood Reporter, 26 Nov. 2024 Mervo’s good week of preparation was put to the test as the Cadets took advantage of some Mustang penalties to extend drives. —

Timothy Dashiell, Baltimore Sun, 23 Nov. 2024 The men will be put to the test to determine who has the most talent, heart, authenticity and charisma to be the next Hallmark superstar. —

Anne Easton, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for put (someone or something) to the test

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