agitation

Example Sentences

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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

Other withdrawal symptoms can include dizziness, fatigue, anxiety, insomnia, agitation and gastrointestinal side effects.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 11, 2025

The Doctor’s agitation and his mild and husky question made Jake’s eyes brim suddenly with tears.

From "The Heart is a Lonely Hunter" by Carson McCullers