Have the nerve

DARE

Think of a bold challenge or defiant action, like jumping off a high dive when you're scared—it starts with "D.

Have the nerve" is a phrase that means to be bold or courageous enough to do something risky. The answer "DARE" fits because it directly captures that idea—when you dare to do something, you’re showing nerve. It’s a straightforward clue with no hidden wordplay, just a common expression matched to its synonym.