Pluck up Meaning in English
expression
释义
To force yourself to be brave and do something difficult or scary. Often used in the phrase "pluck up the courage" or "pluck up the nerve".
用法与细微差别
Informal; usually appears as 'pluck up the courage/nerve/strength.' Not used for physical actions but emotional/mental bravery. Less common in American English, more typical in British English. Often followed by 'to' + verb (e.g., 'pluck up the courage to ask').
例句
He tried to pluck up the courage to speak in class.
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It took me weeks to pluck up the nerve to call her.
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You need to pluck up the courage to ask for help.
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She finally plucked up the courage to quit her job and travel.
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I couldn’t pluck up the nerve to tell him the truth.
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Come on, pluck up and go talk to her before she leaves!
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