nerves

Example Sentences

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But the latest earnings from the information-services company look to be steadying investors’ nerves.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

Gallagher and Brazil striker Richarlison, who headed Spurs' second for his 11th goal this term, epitomised what De Zerbi demands, with Emi Buendia's injury-time Villa reply far too late for any Spurs nerves to jangle.

From BBC • May 3, 2026

But no matter how long it has been, El Daña and Oakley both agreed: the nerves never go away.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

While Saturday night’s shooting incident at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner rattled nerves, it appeared likely to fade to the background once the trading week begins.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 26, 2026

More than that, Duane’s nerves were still on edge.

From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el