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Idiom: On Pins And Needles

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Feeling sharp anticipation or anxiety; in a state of suspense.

Example Sentences

1
I was on pins and needles waiting for the test results.
2
She's on pins and needles about her job interview tomorrow.
3
The kids were on pins and needles before opening their presents on Christmas morning.
4
He's on pins and needles waiting to hear back from the college admissions office.
5
We're on pins and needles to find out who won the competition.

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