He used digital courage to send a brave text to his boss.
digital courage
idiomThe sense of being able or emboldened to say something to someone over digital media (text, instant message, etc.) that one would not normally say face to face.
Origin
disputed originCompare e.g. Dutch courage, liquid courage.
She felt a sudden surge of digital courage and finally sent the message she had been avoiding for weeks.
The safety of the screen provided him with the digital courage to confront his colleague about the misunderstanding, a conversation he would have avoided in person.
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courage of one's convictions
Steadfast adherence to one's beliefs or principles, especially in the face of criticism or other opposition.
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Dutch courage
The courage or bravado induced by alcohol.
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liquid courage
Alcohol drunk to induce a feeling of courage.
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take one's courage in both hands
To summon up one's courage in readiness for a difficult or dangerous action.