Be on edge

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Emotional State

Used to express a negative feeling, usually not a positive excitement or anticipation.

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I've been on edge ever since I heard the storm warning.

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Trigger Warning

Often follows after a specific event that causes worry or unease.

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She's been on edge since the argument with her best friend.

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Temporary Feeling

Implies a temporary state, not a permanent trait of a person.

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Mark's usually calm, but he's been on edge waiting for the test results.

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