Nail-biter

Pronunciation: /ˈneɪɫ- ˈbaɪtɝ/

Nail-biter (noun)

  1. A story, game, or event that makes you feel very nervous because the result is uncertain until the end.
  2. A person who bites their nails, often because they feel worried or nervous.

Examples

  • The final minute was a nail-biter for everyone watching.
  • The match became a nail-biter when the score changed twice.