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as in excited
being in a state of increased activity or agitation
the skyrocketing price of oil resulted in a wildly fluctuating, hyperactive stock market
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as in excitable
easily excited by nature
hyperactive children who are in dire need of a guardian with a firm hand
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Recent Examples of hyperactive
After 24 hours at 4G, flies stayed hyperactive for weeks.
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Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 1 May 2026
In fact, a hyperactive locus coeruleus fuels some symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder.
—Elizabeth Riley, The Conversation, 26 Mar. 2026
Accuweather expects a near-normal hurricane season, but the Atlantic basin has experienced multiple hyperactive seasons in recent years, driven in part by shifting global weather patterns that influence storm activity.
—Newsroom Meteorologist, Houston Chronicle, 25 Mar. 2026
The Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 is a productivity powerhouse, with a 25-hour battery and an AI chipset that keeps up with my hyperactive brain.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 23 Mar. 2026
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Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 1 May 2026
In fact, a hyperactive locus coeruleus fuels some symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder.
—Elizabeth Riley, The Conversation, 26 Mar. 2026
Accuweather expects a near-normal hurricane season, but the Atlantic basin has experienced multiple hyperactive seasons in recent years, driven in part by shifting global weather patterns that influence storm activity.
—Newsroom Meteorologist, Houston Chronicle, 25 Mar. 2026
The Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 is a productivity powerhouse, with a 25-hour battery and an AI chipset that keeps up with my hyperactive brain.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 23 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hyperactive
Adjective
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Players such as Spurs guard De'Aaron Fox and Knicks forward OG Anunoby don't sound nearly as excited.—
Alejandro Avila,
FOXNews.com,
9 June 2026
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Studiously moderated, but excited, voices amplified news of the actual invasion of Europe read hastily in Orlando Morning Sentinel.—
Orlando Sentinel Staff,
The Orlando Sentinel,
8 June 2026
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The excitable kids had been instructed several times to give Bryce Young room.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
1 June 2026
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Myhrvold, now 66 and still the CEO of Intellectual Ventures, is jolly and excitable in conversation.—
Ross Andersen,
The Atlantic,
27 May 2026
Adjective
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There's a heated outdoor pool and hot tub at the base of the mountain.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 June 2026
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Drafts, poor insulation and air leaks can undermine even the most efficient furnace, allowing heated air to escape and forcing the system to work harder.—
Alora Bopray,
USA Today,
12 June 2026
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JPMorgan's traders are getting nervous about the state of the current stock market.—
Sarah Min,
CNBC,
8 June 2026
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Countless fans have taken to social media with similar issues, but some were too nervous to talk with WBZ-TV on camera for fear of it impacting their status.—
Mike Sullivan,
CBS News,
8 June 2026
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There should be trainings at your school on how to deal with agitated students and hostile situations.—
Harriette Cole,
Mercury News,
8 June 2026
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Johnson became further agitated when Scott asked her about her seemingly troubled relationship with her daughters.—
KC Baker,
PEOPLE,
3 June 2026
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Long-term use of medications like prednisone and conditions like overactive thyroid also raise risk in ways worth flagging with a doctor.—
Allison Palmer
Updated June 3,
Sacbee.com,
3 June 2026
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The acid also blocks tyrosinase, an enzyme involved in melanin production that can become overactive due to the body’s inflammatory response during a shingles infection.—
Alyssa Sparacino,
Glamour,
29 May 2026
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“Hyperactive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hyperactive. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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