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

Truman described the atmosphere in the car as manic and said Pitt was trying to smash a phone, with others trying to change clothes and shoes being thrown out of a window.

From BBC • Jan. 30, 2026

They included the melodramatic performer and actress Lola Heatherton, a Spandex-clad lounge singer known for her manic performances.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 30, 2026

Not all makeovers were created equal: Some were in service to disappearing, others to fitting in; some were manic and others melancholy.

From Salon • Jan. 17, 2026

Mr. Gonzalez, thereupon, grew quite manic and fired Gloria immediately, affording himself an opportunity at authority which, I could see, he rarely enjoyed.

From "A Confederacy of Dunces" by John Kennedy Toole