Meaning of the word nerve-wracking in English

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nerve-wracking

US /ˈnɜːrvˌrækɪŋ/
UK /ˈnɜːvˌræk.ɪŋ/
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Adjective

causing stress or anxiety

Example:
Waiting for the exam results was a nerve-wracking experience.
Public speaking can be very nerve-wracking for some people.