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fidgeting

/ˈfɪdʒɪtɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does fidgeting mean?

verb

The act of moving restlessly from one position to another, often due to nervousness or boredom. Fidgeting can also refer to the act of adjusting or manipulating something, such as a piece of clothing or a object, in a nervous or habitual manner.

Example

"She was fidgeting with her hands during the long meeting, unable to focus on the discussion."

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