on-the-go-ness

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English

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Etymology

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on the go +‎ -ness

Noun

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on-the-go-ness (uncountable)

  1. (rare, informal) The state or condition of being on the go.
    • 1902, How to Create the Perfect Baby by Means of the Art Or Science Generally ...[1]:
      In addition to this is the lack of proper rest, recreation and exercise; the constant on-the-go-ness; the late hours plus sweets, tobacco and alcohol.
    • 2005, Cal Garrison, Witch on the Go: A Book of Spells to Take With You[2]:
      This level of “on-the-go-ness” is really no different from going to the mall—except for all the security checks they put you through these days.