Lost nerve in crucial moment.
Bottled it
BOT-uld IT
ˈbɒtəld ɪt
Phrase
Example Sentences
"Completely bottled it!"
"He bottled it."
Etymology & History
Football term for choking. From bottle (courage).
Word Details
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Region
United Kingdom
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Era
1900s
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Language
mild
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Formality
informal
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