Meaning of 'Battle of nerves'
What does the saying 'Battle of nerves' mean?
Idiom: Battle of nerves
Meaning:
A battle of nerves is a situation where neither side in a conflict or dispute is willing to back down and is waiting for the other side to weaken.
('A war of nerves' is an alternative form.)
Country: International English |
Subject Area: War, weapons and conflict |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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