'The goods.' 'The real
deal.' No
bullshit.'
This term is often used in, but is not restricted
to, legal endeavors. Because of its Latin origin,
the term'
s connotation is one of 'seriousness'.
The term mixes identity and credentials with
honesty and ability to get the job done to
create a highly favorable impression.
She walked into the
room,
forthwith handed
the committee chair her bonafides, a resumé
she had
worked on for hours in anticipation
of this moment of expression/impression.