How to use "restive" in sentences with meaning in English and Hindi

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Example sentences for "restive" in popular movie and book plots

  • She does not know Susan's teenage brother Mark: technically skilled and good in school, but restive and cunning.  - Twisted (1986 film)
  • The lingering doubts about his friend and lover is now fueled by his restive passions which is burning brightly.  - Aalayamani
  • Together, the two women make their way to Kars, the capital of Karston, Estcarp's restive southern neighbor.  - Witch World (novel)
  • The Saudi decision to aid America causes a backlash among a restive Muslim population already energized because of the 2003 invasion of Iraq.  - Oil Storm
  • The station doubles as a transshipment terminus and a military base, armed with missiles to keep restive nations in check.  - Between Planets

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