nerve
Example Sentences
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“Ooh—I can’t remember the last time somebody made me so mad. The nerve! Threatening us . . .” Her voice shook, and she turned quickly away to dab at her eyes.
From Literature
Will Europeans have the nerve, now, to show their belief in that simple idea?
European markets have held up slightly better than their U.S. counterparts in recent weeks but the nerves still seem to be creeping in.
From Barron's
The model displayed cell death, inflammation, and glial scarring, which is a thick buildup of scar tissue that forms a physical and chemical barrier preventing nerve repair.
From Science Daily
He admitted there have been nerves throughout the initial group stage.
From BBC
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
