Nerve-racking

usgb/ˈnɜːrv rækɪŋ/
adjective

Causing a lot of stress or worry.

Waiting for the exam results was a nerve-racking experience.
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Emotional Weight

Used for situations that put you on edge due to potential negative outcomes.

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Watching the tightrope walker perform without a net was nerve-racking.
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Extended Waiting

Often used when discussing long periods of stress, especially when waiting for something important.

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The nerve-racking wait for his job interview results lasted two weeks.
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High Stakes

Appropriate for situations where there's a lot to lose, enhancing the tension felt.

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The final round of the competition was the most nerve-racking.
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