stir

US /stɝː/
UK /stɝː/
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1.

move a spoon or other implement around in (a liquid or other substance) in order to mix it thoroughly

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She stirred her coffee with a spoon.
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Remember to stir the soup occasionally to prevent burning.
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mixblendagitatewhiskbeat
2.

move or cause to move slightly

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A gentle breeze stirred the leaves.
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He didn't stir from his seat.
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moveshiftbudgeshiftdisturb
3.

arouse strong feeling or emotion in (someone)

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The speech stirred the crowd to action.
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His words stirred a sense of hope in her.
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arouseexciteawakenprovokeinspire
1.

a movement or a disturbance

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There was a slight stir in the audience.
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The news caused quite a stir in the community.
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commotionagitationbustleexcitementfuss
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stir upstir-fry