stir-crazy
Example Sentences
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“Everyone had this bit of a stir-crazy cabin-fever vibe going.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 28, 2025
Ben had this idea, in order to stave off going stir-crazy and for us to be able to still connect musically with one another, why don’t we try this experimental telephone-style of writing.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 19, 2022
And, to keep from going stir-crazy as they wait for the lesions to heal, they bond over a shared experience none of them asked for.
From BBC ● Aug. 11, 2022
Mr. Goldsmith, 34, came to podcasting after prodding from a friend, hoping that it would make him feel less stir-crazy during the pandemic lockdowns.
From New York Times ● Jul. 27, 2022
I didn’t mind it, but Gram, who hated being cooped up inside, went a little stir-crazy.
From "How to Disappear Completely" by Ali Standish
