fever pitch

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Attention around Rocket Lab has reached a fever pitch ahead of SpaceX’s public listing, infusing volatility into the shares.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

The Knicks’ playoff run has been creating major buzz, which should hit a fever pitch during the Finals.

From MarketWatch • May 26, 2026

At Selhurst Park on Thursday it reached fever pitch.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

The evening reached a fever pitch with Springsteen’s induction of Patti Smith, who performed “Because the Night,” her biggest hit, with the Boss, the song’s co-writer, in a memorable duet.

From Salon • Apr. 20, 2026

The fever pitch of anxiety and fear is the everyday current mood at this place.

From "Internment" by Samira Ahmed