nerve

Example Sentences

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But Van Veen held his nerve and hit double six for the match.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

It was an assured display from Renee Slegers' side as they defended bravely, were ruthless in the moments that mattered and held their nerve to progress.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

In addition, studying the disease directly is complicated, since brain or nerve tissue cannot easily be collected from patients.

From Science Daily • Mar. 31, 2026

Extremely risky orbital reconstruction surgery was a possibility, along with a donor nerve, or a full donor eye.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

On the other hand, if nothing was there under the sink and yet I felt something, then maybe I have some nerve disease that makes my hands feel fur when really it’s only tile.

From "Invisible Inkling" by Emily Jenkins