Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
put someone through his or her paces
idiom
/pʊt ˈsʌmˌwʌn θruː hɪz ɔr hɜr peɪsɪz/
Definition
To test someone’s abilities or skills by requiring them to perform various tasks or challenges.
Examples
- Before hiring the new candidates, the manager decided to put them through their paces with a series of challenging tasks.
- The coach put the athletes through their paces to prepare them for the upcoming competition.
- During the training session, the instructor put everyone through their paces to ensure they were ready.
Meaning
This expression is commonly used when someone is assessed on how well they can do something, often in a demanding or rigorous way.
Synonyms
- test someone’s abilities
- assess capabilities
- evaluate performance
