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Impatience

usgb/ɪmˈpeɪʃns/Volume
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Expectation FrustrationPlay
Impatience often arises from unmet expectations, like waiting longer than expected. SlideShe checked her watch with impatience, the bus was late again.
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Reaction to MistakesPlay
Impatience can be a response to repeated errors, not just one-time events. SlideHe sighed with impatience at her repeated spelling mistakes.
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Physical ExpressionsPlay
People often show impatience through body language like foot-tapping or sighing. SlideHer impatience was visible when she kept glancing at the door.