nerves
/nɜrvz/
noun
- Fibers in the body that carry signals between the brain and other parts, enabling sensation and movement.
- Damage to the nerves can cause numbness or pain.
- The doctor tested the nerves in his legs to check for damage.
- Nerves run throughout your body like tiny wires.
- A state of being worried, anxious, or nervous.
- She had a case of nerves before her exam.
- His nerves were shot after the long flight.
- Take a deep breath to calm your nerves.
- Boldness or confidence, often in a way that is rude or disrespectful (used in phrases like 'have the nerves').
- I can't believe she had the nerves to blame me!
- He had the nerves to ask for a raise after being late every day.
- You've got some nerves showing up here after what you did.
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