Loses (one's) bottle In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "loses (one's) bottle", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Julia Huong calendar 2022-07-07 11:07

Meaning of Loses (one's) bottle (redirected from lose (one's) bottle )

Lose (one's) bottle British verb phrase mainly UK

Used to say that someone loses one's nerve, courage, or determination to do something.

The pressure before the contest made me lose my bottle and fail.

I lose my bottle whenever I stand in front of crowd to make a speech.

Jack lost his bottle after the first obstacle.

Other phrases about:

a heart of oak

Said of a strong and courageous nature

catch/touch somebody on the raw

To do or say anything that makes someone furious, upset, or self-conscious ( particularly a sensitive issue).

(as) game as Ned Kelly

Used to say that someone is very courageous.

brace up

1. (literal) To make something stronger by supporting it

2. (figurative) To mentally or physically prepare yourself or someone else for something unpleasant that is going to happen

take (one's) courage in both hands

To have the bravery to do something risky, difficult, or unpleasant.

Grammar and Usage of Lose (one's) bottle

Verb Forms

  • to lose (one's) bottle
  • loses (one's) bottle
  • losing (one's) bottle
  • lost (one's) bottle
The verb "lose" should be conjugated according to its tense.
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