But he noticed that her lips were firm; perhaps she was Nerving herself not to betray any concern.
"Prince Fortunatus"
William Black
Nerving himself to the disagreeable task, Peckover stood up, and began swinging the rod round his head.
"A Poached Peerage"
William Magnay
Nerving herself for an effort, she moved toward the door.
"A Prairie Courtship"
Harold Bindloss