fidgetiness

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for fidgetiness
Noun
  • Other benefits of acupuncture were pain intensity reduction, an improvement of physical functions, and fewer anxiety symptoms.
    Ashley J. DiMella, FOXNews.com, 4 Oct. 2025
  • The stress among the friend group about their costume theme is giving me more anxiety than a haunted hayride.
    Melissa Willets, Parents, 4 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • What is the worry for governments and what is the worry for ordinary civilians?
    Jordan King, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Sep. 2025
  • Fresh data revealed jobless claims far under expectations — suggesting layoffs remain limited and the labor market is holding firm despite Fed worries.
    Benzinga, Freep.com, 27 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Though when that context is Newcastle’s longer-term top-flight form, then a general feeling of unease is becoming justified.
    Chris Waugh, New York Times, 29 Sep. 2025
  • Despite a growing sense of unease, museum leaders across the country have largely remained silent.
    Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 28 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Williams also underwent blood tests and electrophysiological testing to measure the electrical activity of his nerves and muscles, as well as physical testing once a month.
    Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 3 Oct. 2025
  • Clear info calms the nerves and gets people ready to party.
    Elle Chan, Rolling Stone, 2 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • That transaction came amid mounting tension between Angel City’s founding lead investor, Alexis Ohanian, and the team’s three co-founders, Julie Uhrman, Kara Nortman and Natalie Portman.
    Scott Soshnick, Sportico.com, 29 Sep. 2025
  • First serving as deputy prime minister before becoming prime minister in 2014, Vučić won plaudits for seeking to resolve long-standing tensions over Kosovo’s status as a sovereign country.
    Hanna Begić, The Conversation, 29 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • If Monday’s recovery can shake off the skittishness felt during Friday’s rough market reversal .
    John Melloy, CNBC, 8 Sep. 2025
  • Lewis says his skittishness stems from a fear that competitors will copy Darrow’s model, and from sensitivity around ethical rules about sharing attorneys’ fees with non-lawyers.
    Jeff Kauflin, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • He’s been sedated for the most part since the crash, to prevent any additional physical exertion or agitation that could worsen his injuries.
    Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 26 Sep. 2025
  • So, would Hegel be shaking his beard in furious agitation?
    Jonny Thomson, Big Think, 18 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • People with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism may share symptoms like fidgeting and restlessness.
    Laura Dorwart, Health, 29 Sep. 2025
  • Much of protagonist Bishnu’s restlessness mirrors Rai’s own experiences.
    Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 21 Sep. 2025
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“Fidgetiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fidgetiness. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.

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