Meaning of the word "nerves of steel" in English

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nerves of steel

US /nɜrvz əv stil/
UK /nɜrvz əv stil/
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Idiom

1.

the ability to remain calm and courageous in difficult or dangerous situations

Example:
The bomb disposal expert had nerves of steel, calmly defusing the device.
You need nerves of steel to be a successful surgeon.
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