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My Nerves are on Edge…. What can I do?

My Nerves are on Edge…. What can I do?

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Written by Katie Beattie

The phrase, “My nerves are on edge” came from an expression from the 1800’s from “the edge of a cutting instrument or tool” transferring the meaning to how one feels. The meaning involves feeling nervous, tense, jittery, or irritable. This feeling originates from the nervous system. The prefix “neuro” relates to nerves or the nervous system.

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