Meaning of the word "don't have the nerve to do" in English
What does "don't have the nerve to do" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
don't have the nerve to do
US /doʊnt hæv ðə nɜːrv tuː duː/
UK /dəʊnt hæv ðə nɜːv tuː duː/
Idiom
to lack the courage or confidence to do something
Example:
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I don't have the nerve to tell him the truth.
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She wanted to quit her job, but she didn't have the nerve to do it.