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restless

[rest-lis] / ˈrɛst lɪs /


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After a time, the audience grew restless; “go and pull teeth!” someone yelled.

From Literature

They were restless and bored, and that was a dangerous state for Frederick and Bruno.

From Literature

But today Iran’s proxies are weakened, its economy is fragile, its population is restless and its leadership is superannuated.

From The Wall Street Journal

Stella’s restless energy in wanting to fix things spurs her to arrange an impromptu trip for them to Amsterdam.

From Los Angeles Times

The music is slow, melodic, restless and exploratory.

From The Wall Street Journal