Meaning of the word "lose one's nerve" in English
What does "lose one's nerve" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
lose one's nerve
US /luːz wʌnz nɜrv/
UK /luːz wʌnz nɜːv/
Idiom
to suddenly become afraid and unable to do something that you had planned to do
Example:
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He was about to ask her out, but then he lost his nerve.
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The climber lost his nerve halfway up the mountain and had to turn back.
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