1
as in gall
shameless boldness
you've got a lot of nerve showing up here
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2
as in courage
strength of mind to carry on in spite of danger
that daring rescue took some nerve
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3
as in shakes
nerves plural
a sense of panic or extreme nervousness
a veteran performer who still gets a case of the nerves before performances
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as in to brace
to prepare (oneself) mentally or emotionally
needs to nerve himself for the big game tomorrow
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The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Apr. 2025
Lifestyle modifications: Managing diabetes, reducing alcohol intake, or avoiding smoking can help prevent nerve damage.
—Anju Goel, Health, 4 Apr. 2025
Calcium is essential for maintaining strong bones and teeth and regulating nerve function.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 1 Apr. 2025
The robot is designed to treat complex patient problems in the field of reconstructive surgery, lymphatic surgery, peripheral nerve repair and trauma.
—Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 1 Apr. 2025
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Noun
The passes are great for celebrating arrivals, and sometimes they’re used to calm nerves for departures.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Apr. 2025
Lifestyle modifications: Managing diabetes, reducing alcohol intake, or avoiding smoking can help prevent nerve damage.
—Anju Goel, Health, 4 Apr. 2025
Calcium is essential for maintaining strong bones and teeth and regulating nerve function.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 1 Apr. 2025
The robot is designed to treat complex patient problems in the field of reconstructive surgery, lymphatic surgery, peripheral nerve repair and trauma.
—Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 1 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nerve
Noun
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Our study also identified other risks, including low blood pressure, sleep problems, headaches, formation of kidney stones, and gall bladder disease and diseases associated with the bile ducts.—
Ziyad Al-Aly,
The Conversation,
22 Jan. 2025
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Coordinators have rarely had the gall to try to run it in those spots, but the Lions did and scored.—
Alec Lewis,
The Athletic,
1 Jan. 2025
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There comes a moment for every leader when the clearest sign of strength is found not in agreement, compromise, or accommodation but in the clarity and courage to firmly say no.—
Dan Pontefract,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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Adding to the timeliness of this welter of Weill is the composer’s reputation for political courage.—
Alex Ross,
New Yorker,
14 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Goldman Sachs worries the stock drawdown is about to get worse, and is bracing for wider credit spreads and a recession.—
Sarah Min,
CNBC,
9 Apr. 2025
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Digital Commerce Companies: These businesses, including e-commerce platforms and payment processors, are pulling back on public offering plans and bracing for pain.—
Jon Cherry,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2025
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Most are due to unnecessary escalation, creating disengagement, authoritative behaviors, arrogance and ego.—
Joao Mendes-Roter,
Forbes.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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Musk’s casual Friday attire just shows his arrogance and disrespect for American government.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Mar. 2025
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Ancient Rome is cool because of gladiators, Julius Caesar — and yes, the underlying lore of strength, bravery and epic feats of masculinity.—
Donie O'Sullivan,
CNN Money,
13 Apr. 2025
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In many of Kim Won Suk’s dramas, there’s an inspiring character—one whose acts of kindness, compassion, bravery and loyalty motivates viewers to do the right thing in their own lives.—
Joan MacDonald,
Forbes.com,
11 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Instead of fortifying the line, the Chiefs lost their best offensive lineman in Joe Thuney, who signed with the Chicago Bears.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
15 Mar. 2025
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The roster-building efforts have been aggressive and purposeful as Johnson and general manager Ryan Poles united on a vision to fortify both lines.—
Dan Wiederer,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Mar. 2025
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Country singer Craig Morgan revealed the secret behind the heroism that drives members of the military and law enforcement officers to serve others in the face of perilous situations.—
Ashley Hume,
Fox News,
14 Mar. 2025
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What makes ‘Aloes’ so moving is the playwright’s insistence on the heroism and integrity of these harsh choices.—
Carmel Dagan,
Variety,
10 Mar. 2025
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The White House seemed to have steeled itself against an adverse reaction in the stock market, even as, by Wednesday morning, the total market had fallen by about twenty per cent from its high.—
John Cassidy,
New Yorker,
9 Apr. 2025
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While no cases have been reported in the Kansas City metro, health officials are steeling themselves for the possibility the disease will emerge in the area.—
Jonathan Shorman,
Kansas City Star,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Nerve.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nerve. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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