nervy

Example Sentences

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It's a nervy time for many, but for the lucky 26 players, the call they receive confirming their spot in Scotland's World Cup squad will be the stuff of dreams.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

The Lakers already won two nervy road games over the Rockets during the regular season.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 2026

Yes they played well against Wolves last time out, but they were very nervy until they took the lead.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

Hearts found their scoring boots on Saturday, their own fightback from behind to beat Motherwell 3-1 breaking a trend of four nervy 1-0 home wins.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

“My pa sure is gonna be glad to see you,” he says, his horse nervy and stepping side to side.

From "The Knife of Never Letting Go" by Patrick Ness