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of all the nerve
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used to express great shock, disapproval, anger, etc., in reaction to someone's bold behavior
Idiom
Informal
What is the origin of the idiom "of all the nerve" and when to use it?
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.
Examples
Of all the nerve, he asked me to pay for dinner after insulting my cooking.
