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What is Dutch courage?

What is Dutch courage? Here are some definitions.

Noun
  1. (idiomatic) The courage or bravado induced by alcohol; pot-valiancy.
  2. (idiomatic) An alcoholic drink, taken to bolster one's courage.
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There was also an opportunity of availing of a bit of Dutch courage for the rest of the journey but very few chose this option.
We all know drink gives us all Dutch courage, and if ever bravery medals should be awarded, then give it to a drunk.
The stage was erected at the courthouse where on Sunday evening, enhanced by Dutch courage, one daring fan scaled the 40 ft building to put up a Tyrone flag.
The seats had stayed empty until the very last minute because Scotland fans have come to realise that Dutch courage is needed.
Joe made a hasty retreat to the local alehouse in an attempt to gain Dutch courage prior to breaking the news to Linda.
They must need a lot of Dutch courage to fight an eight-foot Santa Claus because it must be a scary battle.

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