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on pins and needles
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1.
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informal
neutral
Extremely anxious, tense, or in suspense while awaiting an outcome.
Experiencing nervous excitement or apprehension about what will happen next.
2.
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medical
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Describing a physical sensation of prickling or tingling in the extremities (paresthesia).
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