agitation
Example Sentences
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Other behavioral traits, such as agitation or anxiety, did not show the same association.
From Science Daily
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
He said the defendant was "in an extreme state of agitation" and "as angry as I have ever seen him".
From BBC
In a state of agitation, Ms. Wright sent another email to the history society to convey “shock and disappointment” and to demand action.
From New York Times
“Thank the government on behalf of all my fellow players for taking our agitation and demands seriously,” he said.
From Seattle Times
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