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Personality - Strong & Confident

Explore English idioms that relate to being strong and confident with examples like "nerves of steel" and "have the stomach for".

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English idioms related to Personality
out of one's shell

used to refer to someone who has become more comfortable or confident in conversing with people

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to have the stomach for something

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

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to have the heart

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

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to have the guts

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

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willing horse

an individual who is willing and ready to work

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eager beaver

an energetic and eager individual who is willing to work hard

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(as) keen as mustard

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

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(as) hard as nails

a tough person who is not easily affected by emotions

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to have broad shoulders

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

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to stand on one's own (two) feet

to be able to take care of oneself without needing any assistance from others

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lone wolf

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

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free spirit

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

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nerves of steel

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

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a man among men

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

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(as) patient as Job

used to describe someone who is extremely calm and tolerant

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lean and mean

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

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(as) bold as brass

used to describe a person who is annoyingly confident

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(as) cool as a cucumber

used to describe someone who is not worried at all in challenging or stressful situations

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(as) calm as a toad in the sun

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

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(as) tough as (old) boots

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

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(as) stubborn as a mule

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

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tough cookie

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

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