nerve-racking

Example Sentences

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The product offers clinicians an easy way to learn without having to practice on patients already undergoing nerve-racking procedures.

From Slate • Jun. 7, 2026

The exchanges are nerve-racking, “but they are friendly with me because I am a Muslim,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026

Walking on to set after landing your big breakout role is a nerve-racking moment for any actor.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

“And as nerve-racking as it may be to take that big swing, you gotta take the big swing.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

The jump from one ship to the other was nerve-racking, but Nailer was determined not to show any fear.

From "Ship Breaker" by Paolo Bacigalupi