manic
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One afternoon Taka was acting manic at work when his boss sent him home early.
From BBC • May 2, 2026
He attributed his controversial behaviour to a "manic episode" brought on by bipolar disorder.
From Barron's • Apr. 20, 2026
And while this time may not have reached the frenetic highs of last year’s manic and musical outing, it had some memorable moments.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026
As I've explained, the last few days of any window are manic for clubs, not just the final hours - and that affects players, managers and coaches.
From BBC • Feb. 2, 2026
Wood, glue, nails, sandpaper: rather than comforting her, the noises and smells of his manic diligence make her more anxious.
From "All the Light We Cannot See" by Anthony Doerr
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