jitters

Example Sentences

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As a vehicle for jitters, Diet Coke also contains significantly more caffeine than both regular Coca-Cola and Coke Zero.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

The Nasdaq’s decline may mirror some jitters ahead of Nvidia’s earnings, slated for Wednesday.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

These warnings are not new, but social media fueled jitters about them this week.

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

“I was confident I could go 21 again. I had more pre-race jitters than usual.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2026

They are jagged, and the curve of the ship crackles with jitters.

From "Landscape with Invisible Hand" by M.T. Anderson