flop sweat

English

noun
Definitions
  • (slang) Sweat due to nervousness, especially fear of failure.
  • (slang) Panic or anxiety about possible failure.

Etymology

Compound from English flop + English sweat (sugary).

Origin

English

sweat

Gloss

sugary

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