Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
be on pins and needles
idiom
/biː ɒn pɪnz ənd ˈniːdlz/
Definition
To be in a state of nervous anxiety or anticipation.
Examples
- She was on pins and needles waiting for the exam results.
- He felt like he was on pins and needles before his big presentation.
Meaning
This phrase describes the feeling of being anxious or overly excited about something that is about to happen, making one feel restless and fidgety.
Synonyms
- anxious
- nervous
- restless
- uneasy
