Meaning: a situation like a close contest, which induces anxiety or tension
Friday's nail-biter of a win over the Houston Texans was an excruciating contest
Meaning: in a state of agitation
The coach acted like a cat on a hot tin roof throughout the game
Meaning: slang depicting that a mistake was made
I really screwed up this time. My wife will never forgive me for forgetting her birthday
Meaning: to feel very nervous and restless
He had butterflies in his stomach as he walked out onto the stage for his dance performance
Meaning: be extremely restless
The young students just can't sit still; they must have ants in their pants
Meaning: Feeling uneasy and nervous, usually while awaiting the outcome of something
I know I'm going to be on the anxious seat until I get my test results back
Meaning: anxious
The robbery was a frightening experience. Since then, I have been a bundle of nerves
Meaning: to calm down and stop being so anxious or elated
Even though she wronged you, just cool your jets, and you will be fine