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as in excited
being in a state of increased activity or agitation
all ferry crossings were cancelled because of the agitated waters around the islands
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as in distraught
feeling overwhelming fear or worry
by the time they finally showed up, long after midnight, we'd become so agitated that we never did get to sleep that night
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as in alarmed
to trouble the mind of; to make uneasy
there's no need to agitate the patient about little things
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as in shook
to make a series of small irregular or violent movements
set the washing machine so it will agitate for four minutes before going into the rinse cycle
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as in discussed
to talk about (an issue) usually from various points of view and for the purpose of arriving at a decision or opinion
a question which has been agitated by the legislature time and time again
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Recent Examples of agitated
Alison Herman, Variety, 25 Oct. 2024
From this worry—denounced by liberal advocates arguing that such fears only sow division among minority groups—has emerged a movement of agitated parents.
—Yiyun Li, Harper's Magazine, 23 Oct. 2024
But Oliver becomes increasingly agitated, ranting and pacing.
—Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 18 Oct. 2024
Does the recipient seems confused, fatigued, agitated or unsteady?
—Phaedra Trethan, USA TODAY, 6 Oct. 2024
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Noah, prompted by Eli to recall his mysterious past, enters a wordless state of terror; Eli, increasingly agitated, demands a nonverbal grade schooler tell him what’s going on.
—Alison Herman, Variety, 25 Oct. 2024
From this worry—denounced by liberal advocates arguing that such fears only sow division among minority groups—has emerged a movement of agitated parents.
—Yiyun Li, Harper's Magazine, 23 Oct. 2024
But Oliver becomes increasingly agitated, ranting and pacing.
—Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 18 Oct. 2024
Does the recipient seems confused, fatigued, agitated or unsteady?
—Phaedra Trethan, USA TODAY, 6 Oct. 2024
See all Example Sentences for agitated
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Indeed, across social media on Wednesday, people were hoping — praying, even — that these ominous, panic-inducing spam messages might finally end, posting pictures of thoughtful politicians, or even excited Oprahs, to illustrate the point.David Mack, Rolling Stone, 5 Nov. 2024
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Universal Studios is apparently just as eager as Back to the Future fans for a fourth film — but director Robert Zemeckis isn’t as excited about the possibility.Sara Belcher, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024
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The Royal Family’s social media channel released video in the aftermath of the protest, showing the king and queen embracing distraught residents.Atika Shubert, CNN, 3 Nov. 2024
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Love even blooms for Emilia with a distraught widow (a wonderful Adriana Paz).Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times, 2 Nov. 2024
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That formal change in Russia’s nuclear doctrine — which had previously envisioned a nuclear response only in the event of an existential threat to Russia — grabbed headlines and stirred a fresh round of debate in Western capitals.Simon Shuster, TIME, 3 Oct. 2024
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As the ceremony unfolded, the crowd stirred.Dexter Filkins, The New Yorker, 2 Oct. 2024
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But, starting in the 1980s, the repression of 1968 was discussed more openly as demands for democratic change shook the dominance of the Institutional Revolutionary Party, or PRI, which ruled Mexico for most of the 20th century.Patrick J. McDonnell, Los Angeles Times, 2 Oct. 2024
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The image of the entire country under simultaneous attack – shared repeatedly on social media and in news reports – shook Israelis.Scott Peterson, The Christian Science Monitor, 2 Oct. 2024
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Ramos discussed the themes in her book with ABC News' Linsey Davis.ABC NEWS, ABC News, 4 Oct. 2024
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During the session, the filmmaker also discussed inspirations for the movie and specific characters.Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 4 Oct. 2024
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Following a heated presidential contest, political coverage and commentary can feel unavoidable.Vox Staff, Vox, 6 Nov. 2024
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Stay up to date on all election news with our 2024 Election Day Live Blog. Michigan’s Senate race is one of a handful of heated battles for upper chamber seats this year, as Democrats hope to maintain control amid a challenging map.The Hill, The Hill, 5 Nov. 2024
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Although dissenters are worried about the cost, the climate change crisis harms everyone, even those who don’t live in a region that is at risk of wildfires.Letters To The Editor, The Mercury News, 8 Nov. 2024
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Many Americans are not only worried about the outcome, but what might happen in the aftermath, regardless of who wins.Aditi Shrikant, CNBC, 5 Nov. 2024
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Cucumber and aloe help soothe skin, while the fine mister ensures the makeup on your face doesn't get disturbed.Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 3 Oct. 2024
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Its roots are disturbed and damaged, and the daily care and feeding the hydrangea received at the nursery ends.Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Oct. 2024
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“Agitated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/agitated. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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