the nerve of
The phrase "the nerve of" is often used to express strong disapproval or surprise at someone's bold or rude behavior.
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Definition
B2Informal
(disapproval, anger)Used to express shock or anger at someone's audacity or rudeness.
Example
- The nerve of him, showing up uninvited!
- I can't believe the nerve of her, speaking to me like that.
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