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nerve

Pronunciation: [nɜrv]

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Learn how to use nerve in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “anatomy”

(noun) a thin, strong thing in your body that helps send messages from your brain to other parts. It’s like the wires that carry signals in your toys, helping them work.

Example

The doctors said that the nerve in her arm is healing nicely.

Example

He didn't feel any pain because his nerve was damaged.

Example

Can you feel the messages that come from your nerves?

Context: “emotion”

(noun) the courage or confidence to do something difficult or scary. It's that brave feeling you get when you try something new or face a challenge.

Example

She had the nerve to perform on stage in front of a huge crowd.

Example

He didn’t have the nerve to speak up during the meeting.

Example

Do you have the nerve to try out for the school play?

Context: “emotion”

(verb) to encourage or prepare yourself to do something that feels scary or difficult. It's like getting ready to jump into a cold pool.

Example

He managed to nerve himself to ask his crush out on a date.

Example

She could not nerve herself to give the presentation.

Example

How do you usually nerve yourself before a big test?

How to pronounce nerve

Pronunciation: [nɜrv]

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