agitation

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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

In the songs that the National has been releasing since its 2001 debut, they can be soothing and meditative, or they can hint at the agitation behind a pensive exterior.

From New York Times