She took her courage in both hands and finally asked for a raise.
take one's courage in both hands
idiomTo summon up one's courage in readiness for a difficult or dangerous action.
Origin
disputed originCompare French prendre son courage à deux mains.
He took his courage in both hands before walking onto the stage to give his first public speech.
Facing the daunting prospect of the interview, she took her courage in both hands and stepped into the room to confront her future.
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abound in one's own sense
To follow one’s own inclinations and opinions.
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ace up one's sleeve
A surprise advantage of which others are not aware.
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act one's age
To behave in a manner appropriate to one's age.
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act one's age, not one's shoe size
Synonym of act one's age (“to behave in a mature manner; to avoid being childish”).
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afraid of one's own shadow
Exceptionally timid.
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air one's dirty laundry in public
To reveal one's sordid secrets to the public.
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air one's dirty linen in public
Synonym of air one's dirty laundry in public.
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albatross around one's neck
A characteristic, possession, associate, or previous deed that hinders one's ability to succeed.