get butterflies in (one's) stomach

get butterflies in (one's) stomach

To have a feeling of nervousness, often before a performance or undertaking of some kind. I always get butterflies in my stomach before I go on stage and perform.
See also: butterfly, get, stomach
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

get/have ˈbutterflies (in your stomach)

(informal) get/have a nervous feeling in your stomach before doing something: I always get butterflies (in my stomach) before an interview.
See also: butterfly, get, have
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
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  • send a chill up (one's) spine
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  • send a chill down your spine