give someone/something a run for their money

US /ɡɪv ˈsʌm.wʌn ˈsʌm.θɪŋ ə rʌn fɔr ðɛr ˈmʌn.i/
UK /ɡɪv ˈsʌm.wʌn ˈsʌm.θɪŋ ə rʌn fɔr ðɛr ˈmʌn.i/
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memberikan perlawanan sengit, bersaing ketat

to compete very well against someone or something, making them work hard to win

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The underdog team really gave the champions a run for their money in the final match.
Tim yang tidak diunggulkan benar-benar memberikan perlawanan sengit kepada para juara di pertandingan final.
Our new product is designed to give the market leader a run for their money.
Produk baru kami dirancang untuk memberikan persaingan ketat kepada pemimpin pasar.