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hyperactive

[hahy-per-ak-tiv] / ˌhaɪ pərˈæk tɪv /


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Conversely, the second generation of fish -- the generation that was never exposed to pesticides, except through their parents -- demonstrated hyperactive behavior, swimming more and acting overstimulated compared to the control.

From Science Daily

"The game of rugby is meant to be hyperactive, physical and a game of chess which is incredible to watch. Instead you have a stand off."

From BBC

However, hyperactive Wnt signalling -- present in the cancer models employed in the study -- impairs cell differentiation and keeps the cancers in a stem cell-like state.

From Science Daily

The alliance forged between American diplomacy and modern art against Soviet propaganda isn’t a figment of the author’s hyperactive imagination.

From Los Angeles Times

"For example, chronic stress could lead to a hyperactive brain-body circuit that eventually burns the system out and prevents it from adjusting itself in an effective and optimal way," Romo-Nava said.

From Science Daily