restless

[US]/ˈrestləs/
[UK]/ˈrestləs/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj.unable to relax or rest
lacking peace or tranquility
unsatisfied

Phrases & Collocations

feeling restless

restless night

restless mind

restless behavior

restless energy

restless soul

Example Sentences

She felt restless before the big exam.

His restless energy kept him up all night.

The restless child couldn't sit still in class.

The restless sea crashed against the shore.

She paced back and forth in the room, restless and anxious.

The restless dog barked incessantly.

He felt restless, eager for a change in his routine.

The restless crowd grew increasingly agitated.

She tossed and turned in bed, restless and unable to sleep.

His restless spirit drove him to seek adventure.

Real-world Examples

'Don't struggle, Jane, like a wild restless bird! '

Source: Jane Eyre (Abridged Version)

It hasn't even been a minute yet, and already Jamison is restless.

Source: Mind Field Season 1

Are you guilty? restless and angry with yourself?

Source: Science in Life

The infinite sky is motionless overhead and the restless water is boisterous.

Source: Selected Poems of Tagore

Well, the chickadees must be restless tonight.

Source: The Early Sessions

Boys tend to be disorganized and restless.

Source: PragerU Fun Topics

The light air, the restless leaves; the ripple of time warped by our longing.

Source: Selected Literary Poems

Now, even restless kids like Sophie are warming to the regime.

Source: BBC documentary "Chinese Teachers Are Coming"

Ever had times when you feel trapped or restless?

Source: Psychology Mini Class

Well, she has that restless leg. - Both of them?

Source: Modern Family Season 6

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