agitation

Example Sentences

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In a sign of Moscow’s possible agitation, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Russia is ready to provide financial and humanitarian aid to alleviate the crisis.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026

The possible significance of interventions from Washington remains unclear, but Boily said: "It's certain that the agitation south of the border has an impact on what is happening in Alberta."

From Barron's • Jan. 29, 2026

Other behavioral traits, such as agitation or anxiety, did not show the same association.

From Science Daily • Nov. 28, 2025

And once they reach the level of agitation where they've started picking a fight with a flight attendant or passenger, he said they're unlikely to remember Duffy's words or calm down.

From BBC • Nov. 26, 2025

Annoyed by Milkman’s indifference, he relieved his agitation by straightening up the room.

From "Song of Solomon" by Toni Morrison