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as in worried
feeling or showing uncomfortable feelings of uncertainty
he was feeling understandably antsy about the tax audit
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as in fidgety
making jerky or restless movements
after a few minutes in the formal restaurant, the kids got antsy
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as in excited
showing urgent desire or interest
she's been antsy to start what promises to be an exciting new job
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Recent Examples of antsy
Watching from behind the defensive side of the line, Davis grew antsy.
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Mike Jones, The Athletic, 7 Aug. 2024
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Between Deals of the Day and Target Circle deals, there’s a lot to keep antsy shoppers busy before Black Friday, including lots of sales on appliances and audio devices.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 29 Nov. 2024
The idea is to spend hours and hours around the table, enjoying lunch or dinner without worrying about antsy children or impatient waiters.
—Ann Abel, Forbes, 14 Oct. 2024
With the tendency of Californians to vote late and by mail, Nolan and other officials have a message for the voting public, which is sure to be antsy for a quick vote-count.
—Grant Stringer, The Mercury News, 7 Oct. 2024
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Mike Jones, The Athletic, 7 Aug. 2024
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Target
Between Deals of the Day and Target Circle deals, there’s a lot to keep antsy shoppers busy before Black Friday, including lots of sales on appliances and audio devices.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 29 Nov. 2024
The idea is to spend hours and hours around the table, enjoying lunch or dinner without worrying about antsy children or impatient waiters.
—Ann Abel, Forbes, 14 Oct. 2024
With the tendency of Californians to vote late and by mail, Nolan and other officials have a message for the voting public, which is sure to be antsy for a quick vote-count.
—Grant Stringer, The Mercury News, 7 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for antsy
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In the meantime, state and city health departments are worried about how the communications pause might affect their communities.—
Eduardo Cuevas,
USA TODAY,
24 Jan. 2025
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A number of men and women on Mitchell’s team were worried about their health and safety, the lawsuit says, so Mitchell raised the issue during the training sessions.—
Jessica Gelt,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Jan. 2025
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Many young children will be fidgety sitting at a desk for a long period of time, so this can help.—
Wendy Wisner,
Parents,
25 July 2024
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Karinchak, who is notoriously fidgety on the mound, was charged with a ball on an 0-2 count to the Mariners’ J.P. Crawford.—
Tyler Kepner,
New York Times,
2 Apr. 2023
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Maplewood, Minnesota, Dayton, Ohio, there’s just places across the country where there are going to be hundreds of readers excited about a book release at midnight.—
Jennifer Maas,
Variety,
15 Jan. 2025
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Avery was excited to hear responses from high-profile brands such as Huda Beauty and artists including Charli XCX who also wanted to participate.—
Sarah Quiñones Wolfson,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Jan. 2025
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For example, someone not willing to open up to you about certain aspects of their personal life can be interpreted as personal rejection, which may trigger defensive or anxious behaviors.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes,
24 Jan. 2025
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More than a few have faced foreclosure, leaving owners anxious about the need to get tenants back in their buildings or find another use for the millions of unused square feet.—
Roger Vincent,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Jan. 2025
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There is something anxious about them, something nerve-jangling and twitchy.—
Peter Ross,
Smithsonian Magazine,
8 Jan. 2025
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Stewart is twitchy and on edge, yet still totally charming, while O’Brian (known for smaller supporting roles in titles like Twisters, The Mandalorian, and Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania) is unforgettable as Jackie, who starts out tough and ambitious but soon begins to unravel and lose control.—
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refinery29.com,
23 Dec. 2024
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Perhaps the clearest influence on the underlying market dynamics will be the extent to which vague but avid expectations for a lighter regulatory touch encourage investors to give stocks a longer leash until details are settled.—
Michael Santoli,
CNBC,
21 Jan. 2025
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Spending time going places and doing things alone can be transformative, says Jessica Gaddy, a therapist in Los Angeles and avid solo traveler.—
Angela Haupt,
TIME,
21 Jan. 2025
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Some parents are nervous to send their kids back to the center, given the air quality concerns and its proximity to the burn area.—
Kate Sequeira,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Jan. 2025
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Ellie is nervous, and so naturally, her dead lesbian aunt manifests as an unwanted spiritual gay guide.—
Sadie Collins,
Them,
24 Jan. 2025
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In the courtside footage, the mom — who was holding one child’s hand and had another kid on her hip — becomes visibly upset, stepping forward and moving very close to the principal.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
20 Jan. 2025
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Notre Dame must either score on defense or special teams to pull off the upset or at least set up Leonard with a short field.—
The Athletic College Football Staff,
The Athletic,
20 Jan. 2025
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