cold sweat
Example Sentences
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If the thought of configuring a VPN makes you break out in a cold sweat, this one’s for you.
From Salon • Feb. 11, 2026
St James' Park was in a cold sweat on the final day as Newcastle lost to Everton, but the party started after Manchester United's controversial win against Aston Villa.
From BBC • May 26, 2025
"Even when I realise I am not in Kuta traffic, I can shake in fear, break out in a cold sweat and feel really scared."
From Reuters • Oct. 11, 2022
Thomas awoke early in the morning in a cold sweat, vomiting on his floor.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 31, 2022
Shake my head to clear it and realize I been drenched in cold sweat.
From "The Young Man and the Sea" by Rodman Philbrick
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