nervously (B2)
adverb
Pronunciation: /ˈnɜːrvəsli/
Definition
In a way that shows anxiety or unease.
Examples
She spoke nervously about her upcoming presentation.
The dog whined nervously at the door, waiting to be let out.
He nervously checked his phone for messages.
How to Use nervously
- nervously await (collocation)
- To wait for something with anxiety and anticipation. — "They nervously awaited the results of the election."
- nervously glance (collocation)
- To look at something quickly and with anxiety. — "He nervously glanced at his watch during the meeting."
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