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grow some balls

idiom
Meaning

To be brave; to show some courage, especially in a situation where one has so far failed to do so.


Examples
SIMPLE

You need to grow some balls and tell him the truth.

CONTEXTUAL

He was afraid to ask for a raise, but his friend told him it was time to grow some balls and talk to his boss.

COMPLEX

After years of silent resentment, she finally decided to grow some balls and confront the board of directors about their unethical business practices.

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  2. 02

    balls of steel

    Courage, audacity.

  3. 03

    balls to the wall

    With maximum effort or commitment.

  4. 04

    bust one's balls

    To work very hard; to put in a lot of effort.

  5. 05

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    [Cockney slang]balls or 'bollocks'

  6. 06

    drag one's balls across

    To exert extreme, often aggressive, power or control over; dominate.

  7. 07

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    Expressing great surprise.

  8. 08

    grow a pair

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