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as in weak
lacking strength of will or character
he's a nerveless pushover who'll be eaten alive by his own staff
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as in nonchalant
not easily panicked or upset
to be a paramedic, you need to be calm, clearheaded, and nerveless in emergencies
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Recent Examples of nerveless
His eagerness to get on the ball, even in his own half, the two nerveless penalties, and the blistering finish for his third goal would all suggest not.
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Cerys Jones,
New York Times,
8 Feb. 2026
As did the nerveless manner in which the striker — who turns 38 in March — sent goalkeeper Harry Tyrer the wrong way from the spot to clinch another three points.
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Richard Sutcliffe,
The Athletic,
9 Jan. 2025
Instead, Kvitova produced a nerveless performance, finishing off the match with her first ace of the final.
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Danielle Rossingh,
Forbes,
27 June 2021
The seemingly nerveless Floridian, a ferocious competitor at the best of times, hit back in style to close with two birdies in his last three holes for a round of 69 in the process sending a very clear message to his rivals out there.
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Patrick Snell,
CNN,
9 Aug. 2020
There is genius in playing nerveless golf on Sunday at the Masters, and Tiger surely did that.
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Paul Daugherty,
Cincinnati.com,
13 Apr. 2020
Kupcho was the first woman to win at Augusta National, in the inaugural Women’s Amateur in April, and played apparently nerveless golf until her final 4-foot putt.
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Graham Dunbar,
BostonGlobe.com,
30 July 2019
Its 1-1 draw against Lionel Messi's team was achieved through resilient and nerveless play.
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Pan Pylas,
chicagotribune.com,
21 June 2018
So with two on and no out, Pierce sent in his nerveless fixer: Parker Joe Robinson.
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Nick Moyle,
San Antonio Express-News,
17 June 2018
Cerys Jones,
New York Times,
8 Feb. 2026
As did the nerveless manner in which the striker — who turns 38 in March — sent goalkeeper Harry Tyrer the wrong way from the spot to clinch another three points.
—
Richard Sutcliffe,
The Athletic,
9 Jan. 2025
Instead, Kvitova produced a nerveless performance, finishing off the match with her first ace of the final.
—
Danielle Rossingh,
Forbes,
27 June 2021
The seemingly nerveless Floridian, a ferocious competitor at the best of times, hit back in style to close with two birdies in his last three holes for a round of 69 in the process sending a very clear message to his rivals out there.
—
Patrick Snell,
CNN,
9 Aug. 2020
There is genius in playing nerveless golf on Sunday at the Masters, and Tiger surely did that.
—
Paul Daugherty,
Cincinnati.com,
13 Apr. 2020
Kupcho was the first woman to win at Augusta National, in the inaugural Women’s Amateur in April, and played apparently nerveless golf until her final 4-foot putt.
—
Graham Dunbar,
BostonGlobe.com,
30 July 2019
Its 1-1 draw against Lionel Messi's team was achieved through resilient and nerveless play.
—
Pan Pylas,
chicagotribune.com,
21 June 2018
So with two on and no out, Pierce sent in his nerveless fixer: Parker Joe Robinson.
—
Nick Moyle,
San Antonio Express-News,
17 June 2018
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nerveless
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Depressed wages, a weak currency and hyperinflation have continued to make life difficult for ordinary Venezuelans, many of whom struggle to afford basic goods.
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There, the Sox scored on a weak, off-line throw from shallow left fielder José Caballero.
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Chisholm is normally pretty nonchalant, and manager Aaron Boone is rather stoic and defends his players sometimes to a fault.
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Making a comeback on the Milan men’s calendar after a decade’s absence and under new ownership, Caruso made a big impression with its breezy and slyly nonchalant tailoring done up in an arresting array of unusual colors.
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Listeria is an organism that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, or others with weakened immune systems.
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Though minor gastrointestinal discomfort is the most common symptom of exposure, pathogens that may cause only minor sickness in some people may cause serious conditions or death in the very young, old, or those with weakened immune systems.
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The imperturbable New York rapper is back behind the boards for a lean, mean new album with endless quotables and only one guest.
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But the Brits love to check an American’s imperturbable optimism.
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Recreational swimming is not permitted, yet anglers fishing for tilapia, largemouth bass and carp are a common sight along the rocky sides of the soft-bottom areas.
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That first bite delivers the crispy outside with a soft chew of rice, followed by the hot dog.
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After opening the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a dominant 4-1 win over Paraguay in Los Angeles, the United States followed it with a composed 2-0 victory over Australia in Seattle.
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While uniform cubes are suited for an elegant, composed presentation, torn croutons are a humble upgrade for nearly everything else where a little contrast is welcome.
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July 23 – August 22 This morning feels calm, but later moves faster.
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If caught in a rip current, remain calm.
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One night at the tables, Pughsley met a man named Tommy Hunt, who seemed unflappable no matter the size of the pot.
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The service Sleek, steady, unflappable.
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“Nerveless.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nerveless. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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