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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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If he was made of the right stuff, then how come Martin benched him against St Mirren last Sunday, against Brugge last Tuesday, against Alloa before that and against Dundee before that?

From BBC • Aug. 28, 2025

The space exploration documentary “It’s Quieter in the Twilight” has some of the right stuff.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2023

Eco-labels, while not perfect, are still a good indicator that you are buying the right stuff.

From Salon • Apr. 30, 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 to make sure you’re eating the right stuff.

From "All American Boys" by Jason Reynolds