be nervous
Example Sentences
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With all the headlines about the war in Iran and rising gas prices, consumers may be nervous about what this means for their financial stability.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026
However, the reason why Tottenham and Nottingham Forest fans have reason to be nervous is that West Ham's performances have improved considerably under Nuno Espirito Santo's guidance in recent weeks.
From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026
But Malinin, who used to be nervous about choosing music for himself at the risk of not being liked, Weir recalled, leaned into two of his most personal programs.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 7, 2026
The question you just posed is one that the district judge, Kate M. Menendez, seems to be nervous about having to hear.
From Salon • Jan. 28, 2026
He says he doesn’t want anyone to be nervous or undone by the unfamiliarity of the theater.
From "Drama High" by Michael Sokolove
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