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as in to shift
to change one's position
the cat stirred, then opened its eyes and slowly got to its feet
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as in to provoke
to rouse to strong feeling or action
news coverage of the fire stirred many to send donations to a fund for the families who had lost their homes
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as in commotion
a state of noisy, confused activity
the plane's first jolt caused a stir among the passengers, and by the third one they were in a panic
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as in shifting
the act or an instance of changing position
we were warned that the slightest stir would scare the mother bird so we hardly dared to breathe
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as in jail
a place of confinement for persons held in lawful custody
the mule had just got out of stir and was being followed by the feds, who had their sights set on the kingpin of the operation
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Recent Examples of stir
Alexander Smith, NBC News, 4 Nov. 2024
Add the roasted butternut squash and stir to combine.
—Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 1 Nov. 2024
Clare Malone, The New Yorker, 31 Oct. 2024
The Duggars are known to abstain from alcohol, so seeing the 33-year-old TLC star with a boozy beverage caused a stir online.
—Nina Turner, Newsweek, 29 Oct. 2024
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Verb
Wang Yiwei, a professor of international relations at Renmin University of China, reflected on the disquiet these promises are currently stirring.
—Alexander Smith, NBC News, 4 Nov. 2024
Add the roasted butternut squash and stir to combine.
—Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 1 Nov. 2024
Noun
The Trump era has even affected some of the dynamics at the high school where Joe teaches; particularly when Trump first ran, students brought Trump banners to school, causing a stir.
—Clare Malone, The New Yorker, 31 Oct. 2024
The Duggars are known to abstain from alcohol, so seeing the 33-year-old TLC star with a boozy beverage caused a stir online.
—Nina Turner, Newsweek, 29 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stir
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Rumors have been swirling in recent weeks about the future of Bucks superstar and former MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo.Rahat Huq, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
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Tuesday’s win, however, comes as questions continue to swirl about his future in House GOP leadership.Mike Lillis, The Hill, 6 Nov. 2024
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That shifts the jet streams across the Pacific and North America, affecting weather across the continent.Hayleigh Evans, The Arizona Republic, 22 Nov. 2024
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Despite general understanding and agreement around the value of diverse voices and perspectives, few organizations are truly invested in allocating the resources necessary to shift stagnant organizational cultures.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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Thomas’ win in the NCAA swimming championships provoked particular ire.Matt Lavietes, NBC News, 8 Nov. 2024
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Rhesus monkeys are typically 19-21 inches in length, weigh around 12-17 lbs., and can become aggressive if provoked.Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 7 Nov. 2024
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While cooking, avoid cross contamination by washing hands and surfaces frequently, especially after contact with raw meats and produce.Alex Groth, Journal Sentinel, 17 Nov. 2024
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The easiest way to keep your water bottle clean is to make washing it part of your daily routine, Malchuk says, just like brushing your teeth.Kayla Blanton, Outside Online, 17 Nov. 2024
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If the company does not adhere to the agreement, the U.S. Attorney’s Office can move forward with the case.Jason Green, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
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Both companies are moving aggressively to capture market share before Apple releases its own AI features.Britney Nguyen, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
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Gifts Under $50 Keep it traditional by giving him high-quality underwear or encourage him to pamper himself with a grooming kit from one of our favorite beauty brands.Genevieve Cepeda, People.com, 20 Nov. 2024
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In this war of narratives, the Trump administration must do more to support free media, rebut disinformation, and encourage credible proxies in the region to do the same.Michael Green, Foreign Affairs, 19 Nov. 2024
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In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, sugar and salt.Kathryn Gregory, The Courier-Journal, 31 Oct. 2024
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Hye-jin is whisking Jae-hyeon away at the end of Season 2, as well.Kayti Burt, TIME, 25 Oct. 2024
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By stimulating job creation, attracting investment and fostering innovation, these events contribute to broader economic growth.Mostofa Shakib, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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For example, evidence now suggests that tariffs imposed in 2018 to reduce steel imports did little to stimulate domestic production but left downstream consumers with higher prices.David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
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“Stir.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stir. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
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