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Definitions

nerve-racking

[nurv-rak-ing] / ˈnɜrvˌræk ɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
distressing
Synonyms
STRONGEST
annoying stressful trying
WEAK
aggravating disquieting disturbing exasperating irksome irritating maddening taxing tense upsetting

Example Sentences

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Walking on to set after landing your big breakout role is a nerve-racking moment for any actor.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

“It’s nerve-racking because it’s affecting all markets,” Love added.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 14, 2026

Distribution — where you start to draw money from those funds, like an expensive wine in your cellar — can be nerve-racking.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 29, 2026

But all that pitch-perfect precision is why the long-brewing sequel, “The Devil Wears Prada 2,” is so nerve-racking.

From Salon • Jan. 4, 2026

The jump from one ship to the other was nerve-racking, but Nailer was determined not to show any fear.

From "Ship Breaker" by Paolo Bacigalupi