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nervousness

[nur-vuhs-nis] / ˈnɜr vəs nɪs /


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"If we talk about nerves, yes, but it's a positive nervousness," he told BBC Sport Scotland.

From BBC ● Sep. 23, 2026

The heightened nervousness was underscored by security guards blocking photographers and videojournalists from entering the hospital.

From Barron's ● Aug. 27, 2026

“It was nerve-racking, but knowing our team is one, the nervousness turns to confidence,” Seung said.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 17, 2026

The fact that these moves have turned more violent in recent weeks only underscores mounting nervousness around AI, and whether the breakneck growth in sectors riding its adoption can last.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 11, 2026

My heart races with excited nervousness as we snake through the crowds in the Royal Square for the Beauté Carnaval.

From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton




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