nerves on edge
Example Sentences
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Arrizabalaga already had Arsenal's nerves on edge with an injudicious dash from goal which resulted in a yellow card for a panicked foul on Jeremy Doku.
From BBC • Mar. 22, 2026
The incandescent spectacle drew onlookers and set some nerves on edge among people who’ve lived through past eruptions.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 11, 2022
Sultry temperatures and abundant mosquitoes - combined with the threat of mosquito-borne Dengue fever - had nerves on edge.
From Reuters • Sep. 30, 2022
While cruise missile tests may not technically violate the resolutions, the tests are viewed as a provocation by Washington and set nerves on edge around the region.
From Washington Times • Sep. 13, 2021
As she walked, the sickly sweet smell got stronger and set her nerves on edge.
From "The Mark of Athena" by Rick Riordan
