case of nerves
Example Sentences
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That turned out to be just a citywide case of nerves.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026
But markets are signaling a case of nerves about recent developments around the world—and perhaps also hedging against the dollar as a safe investment.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 26, 2026
There’s always a small case of nerves before starting an open water swim, but when I emerge from the water, I feel empowered for having completed my swim in a slightly uncontrolled environment.
From Washington Post • Sep. 10, 2022
As you can imagine, I had a serious case of nerves.
From Fox News • Jan. 28, 2022
The next few days I was a case of nerves.
From "The Secret Life of Bees" by Sue Monk Kidd
