nervously

Example Sentences

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As the work proceeded, Palacios sipped water and watched nervously.

From Barron's • Jun. 28, 2026

While we nervously await such reassurance, we should probably change our passwords.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

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

From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026

"Now they have to sit nervously and watch Nottingham Forest and West Ham play," former Premier League midfielder Andy Reid told BBC Radio 5 Live.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

I moistened my lips nervously, tracing the lines in the tile floor so I wouldn’t have to meet his eye.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros