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Read this sentence.

I was frantic and useless when the fire broke out, but Delia's steely nerves
helped everyone survive the tragic event.
What is the meaning of the figurative phrase steely nerves as it is used
in the sentence?

calm demeanor

internal agitation

sensitive focus

uncontrolled hysteria

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Answer:

uncontrolled hysteria

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