nervousness

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In generalized anxiety disorder, for example, people may worry excessively about ordinary events and struggle to control nervousness or fear.

From Science Daily • May 16, 2026

The Kremlin has betrayed signs of nervousness ahead of Victory Day.

From BBC • May 5, 2026

That, combined with his understandable nervousness, caused him to short-arm his first fastball, which sailed at Cey’s head, sending him sprawling into the dirt.

From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026

Despite strong results, L3Harris shares fell, reflecting investor nervousness about defense stocks and future spending.

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

It wanted to...She closed her eyes, ignored the rumble of nervousness she had about leaving, her cycling spiral of worry about the kidnapped orphans, the fierce nudge of Two Step’s anxiety, and her own guilt.

From "Dactyl Hill Squad" by Daniel José Older