nervy

Example Sentences

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He was in the margins of a nervy farewell to Hampden before the team heads for the United States on Sunday.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

But this is going to be a nervy old afternoon for Tottenham and their fans.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

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

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 2026

But when a team resists that, it can lead to nervy performances and questions about the style of play.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

But the inspecting officer took it in stride and when it was all over and he let it pass I think we all felt you were a nervy guy.

From "In Cold Blood" by Truman Capote