What it means
You’re buzzing and jittery, usually after too much coffee, energy drinks, stress, or pure excitement. Your mind won’t shut up, your leg’s bouncing, and lying in bed feels like a prank. It can be handy when you need to smash something out, but when it hits at 3am you’re just staring at the ceiling, regretting everything.
Usage examples
"Had three coffees before the meeting, now I’m wired, tapping my knee like a jackhammer. Tried to watch TV but my brain’s remixing everything. Sleep who?"
"Three espressos in and I'm absolutely wired, I've reorganised the whole spice rack and answered every email twice."
"She was so wired before the gig she couldn't sit still, pacing the green room and talking a mile a minute."
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