Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom.
Despite multiple obstacles, she continued with her endeavour, demonstrating that she has nerves of steel.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. An absence of fear or anxiety.
The idiom "nerves of steel" means having an absence of fear or anxiety. This describes someone who remains calm, fearless, and composed even in the face of significant challenges or stress.
Among the given options, "an absence of fear or anxiety" directly captures this meaning.