set out your stall

set out (one's) stall

To prove one's motivation or determination to achieve or do something by preparing to achieve or do it. Primarily heard in UK, Australia. My parents don't think I'm serious about becoming a designer, but I'm going to set out my stall by creating my first line this summer. He has certainly set out his stall to graduate first in his class, and so far he's on track to do it.
See also: out, set, stall
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

set out your stall

BRITISH
If you set out your stall you show your intentions or beliefs in a way that is very clear and determined. He has set out his stall to retain his place in Europe's Ryder Cup team. The Prime Minister last night set out his stall for a third election win.
See also: out, set, stall
Collins COBUILD Idioms Dictionary, 3rd ed.

set out your stall

1 display or show off your abilities, attributes, or experience in order to convince someone of your suitability for something. 2 make your position on an issue very clear. British
See also: out, set, stall
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
See also:
  • set out (one's) stall
  • stall
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  • luck into
  • luck into (something)
  • stoop to conquer
  • sacrifice (someone or something) for (someone or something else)
  • sacrifice for
  • pass with flying colors
  • pass with flying colours