nerve-racking

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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

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

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

And I’ve done a lot of shows that are even more nerve-racking than a solo acoustic show, and that’s living room shows.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026

“It’s nerve-racking because it’s affecting all markets,” Love added.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 14, 2026

Harlan’s trips to and from the store became a hundred times more nerve-racking than before.

From "The Milagro Beanfield War" by John Nichols