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restive
adjective(res-tive)
being in a tense state
Synonyms: edgy, high-strung, highly strung, jittery, jumpy, nervy, overstrung, uptight,
restive
adjective(res-tive)
impatient especially under restriction or delay
Examples:
The government has done nothing to ease restrictions and manufacturers are growing restive.

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