cold sweat
Example Sentences
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St James' Park was in a cold sweat on the final day as Newcastle lost to Everton, but the party started after Manchester United's controversial win against Aston Villa.
From BBC ● May 26, 2025
I woke in a cold sweat of reality.
From Salon ● Dec. 14, 2023
"Even when I realise I am not in Kuta traffic, I can shake in fear, break out in a cold sweat and feel really scared."
From Reuters ● Oct. 11, 2022
Thomas awoke early in the morning in a cold sweat, vomiting on his floor.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 31, 2022
My pulse was suddenly hammering in my ears, and I felt a cold sweat prickle down my back.
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
