stirring

Example Sentences

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His father, Salman al-Ouda, a prominent Saudi Islamic scholar, has been detained in prison since 2017 on charges including "stirring up unrest".

From BBC • May 25, 2026

As Montag’s troublemaker boyfriend, Pratt quickly became a master at stirring up drama, frequently at the expense of Conrad, Montag’s friend and roommate.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

Simmer uncovered for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until rich, smoky and thick enough to scoop with chips.

From Salon • May 19, 2026

Dara's success has given Bulgarian society a rare moment of unity in a fragmented country, stirring memories of 1994, when the national football team finished fourth in the World Cup.

From Barron's • May 17, 2026

However, we were so emotionally and physically exhausted that we fell asleep almost instantly and slept for hours without stirring.

From "Summer of the Mariposas" by Guadalupe García McCall