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On your mettle

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Challenge Response

Use when you or someone else needs to respond well to a difficult challenge.

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With the final match tomorrow, the team must be on their mettle.
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Positive Pressure

Implies positive stress or pressure to perform well, often before a known evaluation.

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You'll be on your mettle during the annual performance review.
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Emotional Tone

Carries an encouraging tone to motivate someone facing a tough situation.

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The championship will put you on your mettle, but I believe in you!
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