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They may be nervous, stressed, not speak the language, be absorbed in their own head.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 3, 2026

With all the headlines about the war in Iran and rising gas prices, consumers may be nervous about what this means for their financial stability.

From MarketWatch Apr. 1, 2026

However, the reason why Tottenham and Nottingham Forest fans have reason to be nervous is that West Ham's performances have improved considerably under Nuno Espirito Santo's guidance in recent weeks.

From BBC Mar. 12, 2026

Financial markets may also be nervous about Japan's public finances and its gargantuan debt pile if Takaichi decides to cut taxes and boost spending.

From Barron's Feb. 9, 2026

She looks nervous, and no wonder—who wouldn’t be nervous after watching Will collapse like a rag doll?

From "Divergent" by Veronica Roth




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