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True Shows Colours Person Behaviour Reveals Real Nature

Phrase/Idiom show your true colours
Definition When a person shows their true colours, their behaviour reveals their real nature, with their qualities and/or weaknesses.
Example In times of crisis he shows his true colours.

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