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as in weak
lacking strength of will or character
he's a nerveless pushover who'll be eaten alive by his own staff
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as in nonchalant
not easily panicked or upset
to be a paramedic, you need to be calm, clearheaded, and nerveless in emergencies
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Recent Examples of nerveless
Instead, Kvitova produced a nerveless performance, finishing off the match with her first ace of the final.
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Danielle Rossingh, Forbes, 27 June 2021
The seemingly nerveless Floridian, a ferocious competitor at the best of times, hit back in style to close with two birdies in his last three holes for a round of 69 in the process sending a very clear message to his rivals out there.
—Patrick Snell, CNN, 9 Aug. 2020
There is genius in playing nerveless golf on Sunday at the Masters, and Tiger surely did that.
—Paul Daugherty, Cincinnati.com, 13 Apr. 2020
Kupcho was the first woman to win at Augusta National, in the inaugural Women’s Amateur in April, and played apparently nerveless golf until her final 4-foot putt.
—Graham Dunbar, BostonGlobe.com, 30 July 2019
Its 1-1 draw against Lionel Messi's team was achieved through resilient and nerveless play.
—Pan Pylas, chicagotribune.com, 21 June 2018
So with two on and no out, Pierce sent in his nerveless fixer: Parker Joe Robinson.
—Nick Moyle, San Antonio Express-News, 17 June 2018
His later career, following a move, in 1970, to Captiva Island, in Florida, was consumed by fetching but rather nerveless experimentation—with print mediums, cardboard reliefs, exotic fabrics, reflective surfaces, and incessant photography—
—Peter Schjeldahl, The New Yorker, 29 May 2017
Danielle Rossingh, Forbes, 27 June 2021
The seemingly nerveless Floridian, a ferocious competitor at the best of times, hit back in style to close with two birdies in his last three holes for a round of 69 in the process sending a very clear message to his rivals out there.
—Patrick Snell, CNN, 9 Aug. 2020
There is genius in playing nerveless golf on Sunday at the Masters, and Tiger surely did that.
—Paul Daugherty, Cincinnati.com, 13 Apr. 2020
Kupcho was the first woman to win at Augusta National, in the inaugural Women’s Amateur in April, and played apparently nerveless golf until her final 4-foot putt.
—Graham Dunbar, BostonGlobe.com, 30 July 2019
Its 1-1 draw against Lionel Messi's team was achieved through resilient and nerveless play.
—Pan Pylas, chicagotribune.com, 21 June 2018
So with two on and no out, Pierce sent in his nerveless fixer: Parker Joe Robinson.
—Nick Moyle, San Antonio Express-News, 17 June 2018
His later career, following a move, in 1970, to Captiva Island, in Florida, was consumed by fetching but rather nerveless experimentation—with print mediums, cardboard reliefs, exotic fabrics, reflective surfaces, and incessant photography—
—Peter Schjeldahl, The New Yorker, 29 May 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nerveless
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Why Does Taste Sensitivity Matter for Weight Loss? Previous research on how people with obesity perceive taste suggested that weaker taste sensitivity may cause some people to eat more of certain foods to feel satisfied.—
Becky Upham,
EverydayHealth.com,
14 Feb. 2025
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The Trade Desk missed fourth-quarter revenue estimates and issued weak guidance.—
Medora Lee,
USA TODAY,
14 Feb. 2025
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Other users weighed in with a more nonchalant mindset.—
Arabella Hau,
People.com,
16 Feb. 2025
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His distinctive nonchalant California glam aesthetic has evolved in his properties throughout the West Coast.—
Sofia Celeste,
WWD,
11 Feb. 2025
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Standing in the rostrum of the House of Representatives, a gavel in her hand and a look of imperturbable stoicism on her face, Ms. Harris officiated as the two houses of Congress met in joint session to formally count the Electoral College votes for president.—
Peter Baker,
New York Times,
6 Jan. 2025
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The team’s droll, imperturbable manager, Dave Roberts, spent much of his summer issuing medical briefings on infirm pitchers.—
Nicholas Dawidoff,
The New Yorker,
3 Nov. 2024
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Their emphasis on key soft skill behaviors makes everybody in the organization much better—even the youngest, least experienced employees.—
Bruce Tulgan,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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Others are naked and seemingly unaware of the viewer, cigarettes in hand and gazes soft.—
Leah Asmelash,
CNN,
26 Feb. 2025
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The 17-year-old, composed and well prepared, rattled off data about the need for youth involvement in civic decision-making.—
Mará Rose Williams,
Kansas City Star,
28 Jan. 2025
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Myles Lewis-Skelly, the local hero, all boyhood Arsenal spirit wrapped into a mature and composed performance, whooped buoyantly at the crowd when he was barged towards the nearest exit.—
Amy Lawrence,
The Athletic,
15 Jan. 2025
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Designed for moments of escape and calm, this walled section is especially attractive for those with sensory challenges.—
Frances MacDougall,
Southern Living,
17 Feb. 2025
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If you are bitten by a rattlesnake, the department says to stay calm but act quickly.—
Sarah Linn,
Sacramento Bee,
15 Feb. 2025
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Floria is a portrait of unflappable repression, the sort of level of stress that numbs the muscles in the face to be nothing other than blank.—
Adam Solomons,
IndieWire,
17 Feb. 2025
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Other organizations told their staff to refrain from speaking their minds on social media or to members of the press, reflecting a certain amount of fear and uncertainty in the ranks of usually unflappable civil servants and humanitarian workers.—
Isabelle Mayault,
The Dial,
13 Feb. 2025
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Windham’s exclusive 1,200-acre mountain, with an elevation of 3,100 feet, is known for its pristine, uncrowded slopes—providing the perfect setting for an intimate and serene ski experience.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
17 Feb. 2025
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However, there’s no doubt the wellness oasis is every bit as thoughtful and serene as the rest of the property.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Feb. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Nerveless.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nerveless. Accessed 1 Mar. 2025.
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