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have a pair

idiom

To be manly, brave.


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  1. 01

    extra pair of hands

    The assistance of another person.

  2. 02

    get a pair

    Synonym of grow a pair.

  3. 03

    grow a pair

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

  4. 04

    pair of shoes

    A case or situation that is different from another.

  5. 05

    show a clean pair of heels

    To run away; to make an escape quickly.

  6. 06

    strap on a pair

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

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