manic

Example Sentences

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His increasing erraticism would eventually lead to a police response after his therapist called 911 due to his manic and concerning behavior.

From Slate • Feb. 2, 2026

He said he also has since found solace in Reddit, where he said users shared their experiences with manic and depressive episodes.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 26, 2026

Her manic energy is offset by the two people to whom she is closest: her fragile 6-year-old cousin, John Henry, and Berenice, the family’s wise black housekeeper.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 23, 2026

"When you're manic, when you're impulsive, it just doesn't feel like real money."

From BBC • Jan. 19, 2026

I tried to sit at the far end of the table, so that if he were in one of his high, manic moods he wouldn’t pick me out in front of the group.

From "Native Speaker" by Chang-rae Lee