A "quiver" is a term used to describe a collection or group of objects, typically arrows. It can also refer to a state of agitation, excitement, or anxiety - as if one's emotions are in a flurry or commotion.
Usage examples
A quiver of excitement ran through the audience as the famous singer stepped onto the stage.
A quiver of anger surged through him as he read the hurtful comment on social media.
She couldn't hide the quiver in her voice when she received the unexpected news.
As The New York Times explains, «Archery Tag» is «a fast - trending new sport that combines dodge ball's simple rules of snatch - and - fling assault with archery's precision, replacing rubber balls with quivers of arrows.» (relevantmagazine.com)
I sat in quivering anticipation as each new photo came through my email of the work in progress. (thedressedaesthetic.com)
Her voice quivered with nervousness and conviction, and she seemed to look through the audience to a fixed point beyond (artforum.com)