Fidgeting definition

Steady! he cried to his fidgeting horse.

She couldn't sit without fidgeting or think straight.

She perched on the edge of one table, fidgeting hands in her lap and bright features alert as she focused on some point on the screen.

Well aware afternoon had faded into night, she kept her cup in her lap to keep from fidgeting under his intensity.

Also, pay attention to body language such as fidgeting, avoiding eye contact, crossing arms, or backing away when questioned.