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Put your shirt on somebody/something

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Confidence Expression

Used to express a high level of confidence in an outcome or someone's abilities.

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She always wins these competitions, so I'd put my shirt on her any day.
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Not Literal

The phrase is figurative and does not involve actual shirts or betting.

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Even with his injury, I'd put my shirt on him to return stronger than ever.
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Informal Usage

It's an informal expression often used among friends or in casual conversations.

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The weather looks promising for the picnic—I'd put my shirt on it.
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