White-knuckle Definition

wītnŭkəl, hwīt-
adjective
Characterized by tense nervousness or apprehension.
A white-knuckle emergency landing.
American Heritage
Of or causing great fear, suspense, dread, etc.
Webster's New World

(idiomatic) Causing fear, excitement, apprehension, suspense, or nervousness.

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White-knuckle Sentence Examples

  • He marveled at Westlake's lack of concern, but as a first time visitor to the heart of nature's fury it was still a white-knuckle trip as lightning flashes and near-simultaneous thunderclaps erupted in every direction.

  • Talking of kicks, this trip kicks your average theme park white-knuckle ride straight into touch.

  • A ride on one of the UK 's latest white-knuckle attractions is guaranteed to provide a fresh perspective.

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