restiveness

Example Sentences

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That quieted the restiveness among the ranks for a time, but Johnson has always had to look over his shoulder.

From Salon • Dec. 14, 2025

For the 66 years prior to her decision to transition from male to female, Lucy Sante existed in a “prison of denial,” alternating between vague restiveness and profound discontent.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 13, 2024

And the restiveness of the bond market has unnerved stocks to boot - even though the earnings and interest implications of accelerating growth are competing influences.

From Reuters • Aug. 17, 2023

Officials also were closely monitoring Taal Volcano south of Manila and Mount Kanlaon on central Negros island due to renewed signs of restiveness.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 9, 2023

The restiveness, the self- consciousness, and the need to oppose disappeared.

From "Unbroken" by Laura Hillenbrand