on pins and needles
Example Sentences
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“So, everyone is kinda sitting on pins and needles, hoping no one comes in at the last second.”
From Seattle Times • May 12, 2023
"We're on pins and needles to see if Powell will say anything that suggests they will taper the size of rate increases going forward," Hogan said, referring to Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell.
From Reuters • Oct. 31, 2022
“I’ve not heard anything, honestly. I’m on pins and needles waiting.”
From New York Times • Nov. 4, 2021
“You’re always on pins and needles in those situations,” Scherzer said.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 5, 2021
“We’re on pins and needles, mate,” said Mother.
From "City Spies" by James Ponti
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