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A son, Tom, lacked his sisters’ ability to stir up scandal.

From The Wall Street Journal

“Everyone knows Hesterfowl loves to stir up chaos. It’s probably nothing, really.”

From Literature

In 2016, workers cut down dozens of oaks trees on land managed by Justin to make room for new grape plantings, stirring up controversy.

From Los Angeles Times

Even if a $150 night out is technically within your budget, the fact that you didn’t anticipate spending that much can stir up guilt or anxiety.

From MarketWatch

Some of your friends have likely already achieved this milestone, which can stir up anxiety about where you are in life compared with them.

From MarketWatch