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be nervous

VERB
fidget
Synonyms
STRONGEST
fret jiggle squirm twiddle twitch
STRONG
bustle chafe fiddle fuss hitch jitter joggle jump play stir toss trifle wiggle worry
WEAK
be antsy be hyper be on pins and needles be spooked be wired
Antonyms
WEAK
be still relax rest

Example Sentences

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Other women, though, might be nervous to be screened less regularly than is currently suggested, even if AI predicts they’re at low risk.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 11, 2025

“I just was like, I don’t want to write and release something and then be nervous about reviews again.”

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 11, 2025

“There’s a lot to be nervous about and there’s a lot not to like.”

From Barron's • Oct. 23, 2025

As we have seen in recent months, there are many reasons to be nervous about the growth and impact of artificial intelligence.

From Salon • Sep. 26, 2025

“There’s nothing to worry or be nervous about, Chase. Don’t be afraid. You’ll be at the Rossis’ farm in no time at all.”

From "Storm Runners" by Roland Smith