stirring

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One of the key reasons Liverpool parted ways with Slot was his style of play, with lacklustre performances stirring boos from the Anfield crowd in his final term.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 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

Then, just at the stroke of noon, probably, there came a stirring and the occasional cheep.

From "Secrets at Sea" by Richard Peck