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nervousness

[nur-vuhs-nis] / ˈnɜr vəs nɪs /


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“It was nerve-racking, but knowing our team is one, the nervousness turns to confidence,” Seung said.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 17, 2026

Sanz said a telephone line had been set up to "allow us to immediately deal with these anxiety crises, this nervousness among the public".

From Barron's Aug. 15, 2026

After years of underperformance, healthcare investors are enjoying a burst of momentum amid the recent nervousness around AI.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 11, 2026

However, Isola also admits to some nervousness due to the new regulations and tax regime, which he expects will have an impact on competitiveness.

From BBC Jul. 12, 2026

Maybe it was Michael’s imagination, but it felt like the air radiated with shared nervousness, like they were both jumpy and scared, even though they were just standing there, watching and waiting.

From "The First State of Being" by Erin Entrada Kelly




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