of all the (nerve|cheek)
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used to express great shock, disapproval, anger, etc., in reaction to someone's bold behavior
The idiom "of all the nerve" is an exclamation used to express indignation, outrage, or annoyance at someone's audacity or impudence. It emphasizes a feeling of surprise or disbelief at the actions or behavior of another person. The origin of the phrase can be traced back to the early 20th century, and it has since become a commonly used idiomatic expression in English.
- He said my presentation was one of the poorest.Well, of all the cheek!
- Of all the nerve, implying that I'm somehow to blame for the project's failure!
- He had the nerve to show up late to the meeting and then criticize our work.Of all the nerve!
- She borrowed my favorite dress without asking and then returned it with a stain.Of all the nerve!