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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
Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 23 May 2026
The victim repeatedly tried to de-escalate the situation and offering to pay for the items and comply, but Vega became increasingly agitated, threatening to kill and assault her.
—Carlos E. Castañeda, CBS News, 20 May 2026
Meg James, Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2026
Describing this photo, documentary photographer Chantal Pinzi says that Ghita Jhaite's horse was agitated after a confrontation with other stallions that caused the rider to fall.
—Kamala Thiagarajan, NPR, 26 Apr. 2026
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Adjective
Tennis leaders though, are very good at meetings – and talking to agitated players without necessarily doing a great deal.
—Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 23 May 2026
The victim repeatedly tried to de-escalate the situation and offering to pay for the items and comply, but Vega became increasingly agitated, threatening to kill and assault her.
—Carlos E. Castañeda, CBS News, 20 May 2026
Verb
Trump has agitated for changes at CNN, one of Warner’s most prominent properties.
—Meg James, Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2026
Describing this photo, documentary photographer Chantal Pinzi says that Ghita Jhaite's horse was agitated after a confrontation with other stallions that caused the rider to fall.
—Kamala Thiagarajan, NPR, 26 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for agitated
Adjective
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Susan Gans, who leads SoCal Tandem Riders, was excited that, among a gathering of seniors and middle-aged folks, a young couple joined.—
Mark Dent,
HubSpot,
1 June 2026
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Kids who used to run to the field excited to play, suddenly started loafing to the field wearing their crocs with their heads buried in their phones.—
Joe Kinsey OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
1 June 2026
Adjective
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The first glimpse at Season Two picks up at that moment and reveals a distraught Julia alone with their baby.—
Joe Otterson,
Variety,
1 June 2026
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The first glimpse at Season 2 picks up at that moment and reveals a distraught Julia alone with their baby.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
1 June 2026
Verb
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As part of the investigation, the EEOC subpoenaed the university for the names and contacts of employees affiliated with Jewish groups at the university, a move that stirred controversy and raised safety concerns from students and faculty.—
Jacqueline Munis,
Fortune,
28 May 2026
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His affinity for Aurelio’s Pizza and long-suffering support for the White Sox, Bulls and Bears has since stirred a fresh wave of hometown pride in Chicago.—
Alice Yin,
Chicago Tribune,
28 May 2026
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The unprecedentedly large numbers of killings alarmed Western governments.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
1 June 2026
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Your mother, suddenly, is alarmed by your exhaustion.—
Taiye Selasi,
New Yorker,
31 May 2026
Verb
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In the corner of the room, Kyle Schwarber shook his head.—
Matt Gelb,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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The Highlanders will have one less coach than usual for the CIF LA City Section Open Division championship in South Gate on Saturday after an accident shook the Highlanders to their core Monday.—
Ethan Hanson,
Daily News,
28 May 2026
Verb
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Meanwhile, the Illinois House Executive Committee on Tuesday discussed legislation to ensure Hawthorne receives more state funding for its horse racing operations, including a one-time appropriation covering a three-year retroactive period when payments were not made.—
Jeremy Gorner,
Chicago Tribune,
27 May 2026
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Epstein also discussed business ventures with Francisco D’Agostino, an influential Venezuelan businessman who has relationships with both the Nicolás Maduro regime and the country’s opposition.—
Shirsho Dasgupta,
Miami Herald,
27 May 2026
Adjective
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That’s taken place in a heated onsite barn under UV lights.—
Jacqui Palumbo,
CNN Money,
29 May 2026
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Two Indiana Pacers fans, identified as Grace and Michael, were caught on camera having a heated discussion in which Grace looked annoyed.—
Shakeia Taylor,
New York Times,
29 May 2026
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Some worried they might be deported and separated from their families and have even considered leaving the area or the country to avoid deportation.—
Luis Melecio-Zambrano,
Mercury News,
28 May 2026
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Lopez isn't worried about meeting someone new.—
Derek Lawrence,
Entertainment Weekly,
28 May 2026
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“Agitated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/agitated. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.
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