stirring

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Bill Pulte, part of a powerful home-building dynasty and a private equity financier, has no known background in intelligence, and his selection to temporarily fill the position is stirring controversy among lawmakers and others.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 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

Reduce heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally, until the lentils are soft and stewy, about 15 minutes.

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

When a couple of hours had passed I heard something stirring in the Count’s room, something like a sharp wail quickly suppressed; and then there was silence, deep, awful silence, which chilled me.

From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker