stir
Example Sentences
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"There can be no justification for hijacking this tragedy to stir up violence and disorder," she said.
From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026
Not only has the Netflix roast caused a stir among viewers, but the comedians who participated also have been trading slights in recent weeks.
From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026
Proponents note that it requires a great deal of experience and specialized skills, often in managing the intense feelings it can stir, which can overwhelm a patient and the therapist alike.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026
Barbecue, honey mustard, buffalo, something store-bought, something you stir together in a bowl.
From Salon • May 22, 2026
She used a tiny metal spoon to stir the sugar in her tea.
From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova
Vocabulary lists containing stir
"Amigo Brothers" and "Lean on Me"
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"A Raisin in the Sun," "My Father is a Simple Man," and "My Mother Pieced Quilts"
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