grow a pair

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English

Etymology

Abbreviation of "grow a pair of testicles".

Verb

grow a pair

(vulgar, idiomatic) To be brave; to show some courage, especially in a situation in which one has so far failed to do so.

Synonyms

get a pair, strap on a pair

See also

have a pair

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