Churn up Meaning in English
expression
التعريف
To move or stir something forcefully so that it becomes mixed or messy, or to cause strong emotions in someone.
الاستخدام والفروق الدقيقة
Often used for water, soil, or emotions. Common with 'waves', 'plow', or 'memories' (e.g., 'the news churned up old feelings'). Slightly informal. Not the same as 'stir up' (which can be more general); 'churn up' often implies agitation or disturbance.
جمل نموذجية
The boat's engine churned up the water behind it.
basic
The plow churned up the soil in the field.
basic
The news churned up a lot of old memories for her.
basic
The storm really churned up the ocean last night, making the waves huge.
natural
Don't let this situation churn up your anxiety—take a deep breath.
natural
Protests in the city can sometimes churn up political tensions.
natural