have butterflies

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He later claims to have "butterflies in my ears", raising the terrifying possibility he was growing caterpillars in there first.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2023

“I always have butterflies before selection show, and I still had them again, even though we’re a really high seed,” the senior from Potomac said.

From Washington Post • Mar. 12, 2023

“I’d be lying if I said I didn’t have butterflies before the game. It’s just the way I am being competitive.”

From Seattle Times • Sep. 11, 2022

“I don’t have butterflies or anything like that. When you work hard and prepare, you put your team in position to be successful. Being prepared takes away the nervousness.”

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 11, 2020

Under the chandeliers, in corners and doorways, have butterflies fluttering from invisible silver wires.

From Suppers Novel Suggestions for Social Occasions by Pierce, Paul