Restlessness Definition & Meaning

restlessness
noun
  1. the quality of being ceaselessly moving or active; "the restlessness of the wind"
  2. a lack of patience; irritation with anything that causes delay
  3. a feeling of agitation expressed in continual motion; "he's got the fidgets"; "waiting gave him a feeling of restlessness"
  4. inability to rest or relax or be still

"Restlessness" in song lyrics

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  • "Inner breathlessness, outer restlessness"
    Blackalicious f/ Lyrics Born, Saul Williams — Release
  • "medical reasons for restlessness"
    AOL — AOL
  • "young and the restlessness"
    AOL — AOL

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