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Britain's media watchdog Ofcom said it had written to online service providers about "the increased risk of their platforms being used to stir up hatred, provoke violence and commit other offences under UK law".

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

"There can be no justification for hijacking this tragedy to stir up violence and disorder," she said.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

Simers tended to probe and kid and seek to stir up things, but Anderson also recognized that he could be highly accurate, perceptive and even fun.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 19, 2026

A son, Tom, lacked his sisters’ ability to stir up scandal.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

I would not let his criticism stir up my anger, nor would I be falsely meek.

From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein




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