Lingo

Strong & Confident

20 Words

10m

1.
[have] the stomach for {sth}
Phrase

to be determined or courageous enough to do something dangerous or risky

Dealing with difficult customers requires patience and thick skin.Not everyone has the stomach for it.

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2.
[have] the heart
Phrase

to have the necessary will, courage, etc. to get something done

Despite her fear of heights, she had the heart to climb the mountain and conquer her phobia.

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3.
[have] the (guts|nerve|spine)
Phrase

to have the necessary conviction or be brave enough to get something done

He had the nerve to challenge the status quo and advocate for change in the organization.

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4.
willing horse
Phrase

an individual who is willing and ready to work

Jane was a willing horse for the school fundraiser, baking dozens of cookies without being asked.

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eager beaver
5.
eager beaver
Noun

an energetic and eager individual who is willing to work hard

John is an eager beaver when it comes to academics.He's always raising his hand in class, participating in extracurricular activities, and consistently achieving top grades.

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(as|) keen as mustard
Phrase

used to refer to a person with a very high level of enthusiasm

I've never seen anyone as keen as mustard about hiking as Jane.She plans every trip meticulously and can't wait to hit the trails.

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7.
(as|) (hard|tough) as nails
Phrase

a tough person who is not easily affected by emotions

Despite facing criticism and adversity, she remained hard as nails and continued to pursue her artistic vision.

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[have] broad shoulders
Phrase

to be competent enough to handle a variety of responsibilities or demanding tasks

As the team captain, he took on the responsibility of leading the group through challenges and motivating them to succeed.He definitely has broad shoulders.

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lone wolf
9.
lone wolf
Noun

someone who likes being alone and does things without asking for help

John has always been a bit of a lone wolf, preferring to work on projects by himself rather than in a team.

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10.
free spirit
Noun

a person who lives life independently and not according to the norms or customs of the society

Alex is known as a free spirit in the workplace.They thrive on autonomy and enjoy bringing fresh, innovative ideas to the table.

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11.
nerves of steel
Phrase

one's ability to remain calm in the face of danger or difficulties

Despite the intense pressure, the goalkeeper showed nerves of steel, saving multiple penalty shots during the high-stakes soccer match.

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12.
a man among men
Phrase

a male individual who is exceptional or noteworthy when compared with other men

As a captain, James led his troops fearlessly into battle, earning the reputation of a man among men on the battlefield.

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13.
(as|) patient as Job
Phrase

used to describe someone who is extremely calm and tolerant

Despite facing numerous setbacks in his career, John remained patient as Job, never losing hope and continuing to work diligently towards his goals.

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14.
lean and mean
Phrase

used to describe someone who is ready and willing to try their best in order to get something done

Our company has implemented a lean and mean approach to operations, eliminating unnecessary processes and focusing on efficiency.

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15.
(as|) bold as brass
Phrase

used to describe a person who is annoyingly confident

Despite the criticism, he stood up for his beliefs, bold as brass, refusing to back down.

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16.
(as|) cool as a cucumber
Phrase

untroubled by hot temperature or physically difficult actions

He leaps up the six flights of stairs and arrives at the top as cool as a cucumber.

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(as|) calm as a toad in the sun
Phrase

used to describe a person who manages to stay calm in the most intense situations

After the busy work week, I felt calm as a toad in the sun sleeping in on Saturday morning.

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18.
(as|) tough as (old|) boots
Phrase

(of a person) not easily broken, weakened, or defeated

Despite the harsh weather conditions, she hiked for miles, her feet blistered but still going strong.She's as tough as old boots.

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19.
(as|) stubborn as a mule
Phrase

used to describe someone who refuses to change their opinion or chosen course of action

Despite the advice from experts, he insisted on doing things his own way, proving to be stubborn as mules in accepting any guidance.

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20.
tough cookie
Noun

a person who is strong, resilient, and determined, often in the face of challenging circumstances

Despite facing numerous hardships in life, she remains optimistic and determined.She's one tough cookie.

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