争气 (zhēng qì): Try to make a good showing (Verb) — Meaning & Stroke Order

He really made a good showing in this international competition, winning honor for the country.

Can you try to win some credit this time and not disappoint your parents again?

Despite the harsh conditions, the entire team really tried to make a good showing and completed the project ahead of schedule.

We must try to win credit by making this collaborative project an industry model.