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right stuff

NOUN
whatever it takes
Synonyms
WEAK
abilities bravery courage credentials dependability drive essential qualities experience guts knowledge power qualifications self-confidence skills talent the goods the makings the stuff what it takes

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You’re doing all the right stuff by yourself, and you’re among professionals, medical professionals, not Yahoos, and you can still have someone else make a mistake and your life is gone.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 13, 2026

But in case that isn't enough, I'll add that it has the same nature, with all the right stuff from the high tannins to the earthy and floral aromas that make a Barolo dance.

From Salon • Jun. 3, 2023

While the Dolphins and Ravens couldn’t pull off upsets, Daniel Jones and the New York Giants had the right stuff against the Minnesota Vikings.

From Washington Times • Jan. 16, 2023

Just as not everyone who wants to be an astronaut is suited to the job, not everyone who wants to be a police officer in Washington has the right stuff.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 3, 2023

Cha-Cha didn’t have the right stuff for Dog Squad.

From "Dog Squad" by Chris Grabenstein