Often used when someone is nervous about a future event they wish to avoid.

Anticipation Anxiety

Used to hint at someone's attempt to delay an inevitable, unpleasant situation.

Procrastination Reference

Can be applied metaphorically to describe not just a time, but a challenging situation.

Used when the situation has serious consequences or high stakes involved.

Often pertains to situations involving confessing, revealing truths, or uncomfortable disclosures.

Marks the culmination or peak of anxiety before a significant event takes place.