Anxiety about an impending event (4,4)

I believe the answer is:

cold feet

(Other definitions for cold feet that I've seen before include "Chilly extremities due to fear" , "result of paddling in winter ?" , "Fear or reluctance due to chilled extremities" , "Loss of courage or confidence" , "Apprehension" .)

I've seen this clue in The Guardian.

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