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as in worried
feeling or showing uncomfortable feelings of uncertainty
I'm a bit uneasy about taking a baby on such a long trip
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as in restless
lacking or denying rest
spent an uneasy night sleeping in his car
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as in uncomfortable
lacking social grace and assurance
a shy lad, he's always a bit uneasy at parties
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as in disturbing
marked by or causing agitation or uncomfortable feelings
an uneasy calm descended over the city as inhabitants waited for the attack that was sure to come
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Recent Examples of uneasy
An uneasy, uncertain hurricane forecast kicks off September.
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Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2025
And that helped to resolve that weird uneasy tension in my head.
—Maria Reva
september 3, Literary Hub, 3 Sep. 2025
The nationalists and communists fell into an uneasy truce with the creation of the second united front in 1937.
—Meredith Oyen, The Conversation, 2 Sep. 2025
Although China's Nationalists and Communists had been engaged in a civil war for control of the country, Japan's invasion pushed both sides into an uneasy truce that lasted until Japan was defeated.
—Jan Camenzind Broomby, NPR, 2 Sep. 2025
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Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2025
And that helped to resolve that weird uneasy tension in my head.
—Maria Reva
september 3, Literary Hub, 3 Sep. 2025
The nationalists and communists fell into an uneasy truce with the creation of the second united front in 1937.
—Meredith Oyen, The Conversation, 2 Sep. 2025
Although China's Nationalists and Communists had been engaged in a civil war for control of the country, Japan's invasion pushed both sides into an uneasy truce that lasted until Japan was defeated.
—Jan Camenzind Broomby, NPR, 2 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for uneasy
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Small business owners, who rely on social media to promote and sell their products, were especially worried with a busy festive season looming.—
Nir Kshetri,
The Conversation,
14 Sep. 2025
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Parents are worried not just about getting food on the table, but whether that food is good for their kids.—
Yasmin Tayag,
The Atlantic,
14 Sep. 2025
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Of the roiling mass of restless natives, cranky artists and tattered idealists who rose up across the Southland this summer to flip off darkness and call America back to its better angels?—
John Lopez,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Sep. 2025
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While his wife and daughter build a new life in Vienna, Roman stays behind — confused, restless and convinced that things will get better.—
Christopher Vourlias,
Variety,
6 Sep. 2025
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Candidate quality is an uncomfortable topic for political parties.—
Kimberly Ross,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Sep. 2025
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These gems combine the functionality of a bra with the comfort of a cozy piece of clothing, complete with bra shelves or cups to help support the girls without the need for an extra (and sometimes uncomfortable) wires and layers.—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
11 Sep. 2025
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Fortunately, there are straightforward ways to reduce your chances of being confronted with violent or disturbing videos.—
Annie Margaret,
CNN Money,
13 Sep. 2025
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Celebrating the assassination of a 31 year old father of two young kids is disturbing; that teachers would be among those who do so is completely unacceptable.—
Amy DeLaura,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Sep. 2025
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Danni-Elle Townsend, who’s made a solid impression in PPA internationals this year, was upset in the first round by 43-yr old qualifier and eventual Bronze medalist from Japan Rika Fujiwara, a former WTA tennis pro who toured for more than 20 years before retiring from Tennis in 2020.—
Todd Boss,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Mourners, many of whom were visibly upset and wearing Walmart uniforms, placed electric candles at the memorial.—
Amanda Rosa,
Miami Herald,
10 Sep. 2025
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While there is little doubt about the outcome of the Fed meeting, there are still questions over who exactly will be voting—setting up some very awkward dynamics.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
14 Sep. 2025
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This leaves the broader discourse around Kirk’s assassination in an awkward position, deprived of the certainty that so many crave.—
Charlie Warzel,
The Atlantic,
12 Sep. 2025
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Research in attachment theory tells us that people with anxious attachment tendencies often monitor signs of availability and care in their partners.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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While all of his children enjoy supporting him at his fights, María is the one who gets the most anxious, according to Canelo.—
Nasha Smith,
PEOPLE,
13 Sep. 2025
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FurHaven Calming Cuddler Donut Pet Bed A fluffy bed that surrounds your dog with warmth can be great for relieving anxiety and calming down a nervous pet.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
10 Sep. 2025
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Even with the mixed indications for winter golf, course owners are nervous, NCGOA CEO Jay Karen said on a video call.—
Brendan Coffey,
Sportico.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Uneasy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uneasy. Accessed 15 Sep. 2025.
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