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 awoke in a cold sweat, comforted by the realization that I was still at home.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 18, 2024
No wonder I woke up in a cold sweat.
From Salon • Dec. 14, 2023
On most nights, I wake up in a pool of cold sweat.
From Slate • Oct. 25, 2022
As the boat bobbed on the gentle current, I began to feel nauseous, and a cold sweat broke out on my brow.
From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo
