She set out her stall early to show she wanted the job.
set out one's stall
idiomTo make publicly clear one's position with reference to a particular idea or philosophy, or what one can do.
Origin
disputed originProbably a reference to someone setting out a stall (“bench or table for the sale of merchandise; small open-fronted shop”) and publicly displaying the goods they intend to sell.
During the first meeting, the new manager set out her stall regarding the team's goals and expectations.
By publishing his manifesto, the candidate effectively set out his stall, forcing his opponents to address his radical economic proposals directly.
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abound in one's own sense
To follow one’s own inclinations and opinions.
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ace up one's sleeve
A surprise advantage of which others are not aware.
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act one's age
To behave in a manner appropriate to one's age.
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act one's age, not one's shoe size
Synonym of act one's age (“to behave in a mature manner; to avoid being childish”).
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afraid of one's own shadow
Exceptionally timid.
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air one's dirty laundry in public
To reveal one's sordid secrets to the public.
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air one's dirty linen in public
Synonym of air one's dirty laundry in public.
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albatross around one's neck
A characteristic, possession, associate, or previous deed that hinders one's ability to succeed.