nervously

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At the women’s feet, a mini Bernedoodle, Zipper, paces nervously, barking at arriving guests.

From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026

While practicing forming a two-person pillar, Sambuceti nervously climbed onto the back of an instructor.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

“No, I think I’ll keep her,” he said, as Leavitt chittered nervously off-camera, before falling silent.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

However, it paid off and soon Clark was in the Vatican nervously waiting to meet Leo XIV, unsure whether to shake his hand or what questions to ask.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

“Hi!” they chorused nervously, but they were calmer than before.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo