bestirring

Definition of bestirringnext
present participle of bestir

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for bestirring
Verb
  • The moody Moon in your 6th House of Effort opposes fiery Mars in your 12th House of Thoughts, stirring urgency around upcoming deadlines, outdated routines, or daily goals.
    Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 31 Mar. 2026
  • When the ale is nearing a boil, put it in another pitcher, pour it very gradually into the pitcher containing the egg mix, while stirring briskly to prevent the eggs from curdling.
    Jay R. Brooks, Mercury News, 30 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • As temperatures climb and trees bud with the arrival of spring, a native frog species is awakening after months being frozen and nearly dead.
    Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 23 Mar. 2026
  • The solemn Moon is stepping into Capricorn, awakening your 12th House of Solitude and Healing.
    Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 12 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Instead, San Diego has elected leaders who spend every waking moment catering to special interests to pay for their next election.
    Hal Valderhaug, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Apr. 2026
  • Pain upon waking A good mattress provides ample support for your spine and joints.
    Sharon Brandwein, USA Today, 3 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • 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
  • To avoid arousing suspicion, the mission was primarily carried out by ground forces with limited air support from helicopters, Trevilla said.
    Gonzalo Zegarra, CNN Money, 24 Feb. 2026
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“Bestirring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bestirring. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.

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