BESTIRRING Synonyms: 33 Similar and Opposite Words

bestirring

verb

present participle of bestir

as in stirring

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Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.

— Staff, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026
Simmer beans, stirring occasionally, until bubbling and thickened, about 5 minutes.

— Inés Anguiano, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 July 2026

Definition of stirring

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The lyrics describe the sorrows of a family separated by slavery, and Frederick Douglass praised the song for awakening abolitionist sentiments.

— David A. Graham, The Atlantic, 2 July 2026
This transit invigorates your world of romance, pleasure, creativity and self-expression, while awakening your sense of identity, courage and personal vision.

— Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 16 June 2026

Definition of awakening

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An early 2022 op-ed in the University of Calgary’s student newspaper described the idea as the antithesis of hustle culture, one that finds satisfaction in mundane tasks rather than cramming productivity into every waking moment.

— Allison Palmer July 7, Charlotte Observer, 7 July 2026
After spending nearly every waking moment together in the villa, they are expected to return to their normal lives, Corbin to Miami and Parmida to San Antonio, which could pose new challenges for their romance.

— Allison DeGrushe, StyleCaster, 6 July 2026

Definition of waking

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Today, fiery Mars moves to the top of your chart to stay for the next six weeks, arousing your ambition as never before.

— Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 9 Apr. 2026
No clear catalyst One reason the surge in oil futures trading is arousing suspicion is that no market-moving announcements were slated for Monday morning, such as government economic releases or speeches from Federal Reserve officials.

— Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 24 Mar. 2026

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