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as in provoking
to bring (something volatile or intense) into being
they accused her of deliberately trying to brew dissension within the rank and file
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as in looming
to be about to happen
there's trouble brewing in the department
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Recent Examples of brewing
Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 9 Nov. 2025
But cold air is currently brewing over Canada.
—Meghan Bartels, Scientific American, 7 Nov. 2025
To honor Pikes Peak’s legacy, Goat Patch will continue brewing two of its most popular recipes, Elephant Rock IPA and Gold Rush Belgian-style golden ale.
—Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 7 Nov. 2025
Concerns are brewing among Trumpworld insiders about an escalating feud between two of the president’s top law enforcement officers.
—Christian Datoc, The Washington Examiner, 6 Nov. 2025
At a time when few artists besides Taylor Swift are making major waves on the charts, Olivia Dean seems to have real things brewing.
—Christopher Claxton, Billboard, 4 Nov. 2025
The resistance has been brewing for months.
—Bracey Harris, NBC news, 1 Nov. 2025
For years now, Fuentes has been both an embarrassment to the right and an indicator of what’s brewing in the id of conservatism.
—Ali Breland, The Atlantic, 31 Oct. 2025
Adding to Austin's multi-faceted personality is its penchant for brewing innovative, craft beer and creating infectious gathering spots which have something for everyone.
—Kathryn Streeter, USA Today, 30 Oct. 2025
Verb
Despite their display of unity, however, trouble was brewing between Diana and Charles.
—Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 9 Nov. 2025
But cold air is currently brewing over Canada.
—Meghan Bartels, Scientific American, 7 Nov. 2025
To honor Pikes Peak’s legacy, Goat Patch will continue brewing two of its most popular recipes, Elephant Rock IPA and Gold Rush Belgian-style golden ale.
—Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 7 Nov. 2025
Concerns are brewing among Trumpworld insiders about an escalating feud between two of the president’s top law enforcement officers.
—Christian Datoc, The Washington Examiner, 6 Nov. 2025
At a time when few artists besides Taylor Swift are making major waves on the charts, Olivia Dean seems to have real things brewing.
—Christopher Claxton, Billboard, 4 Nov. 2025
The resistance has been brewing for months.
—Bracey Harris, NBC news, 1 Nov. 2025
For years now, Fuentes has been both an embarrassment to the right and an indicator of what’s brewing in the id of conservatism.
—Ali Breland, The Atlantic, 31 Oct. 2025
Adding to Austin's multi-faceted personality is its penchant for brewing innovative, craft beer and creating infectious gathering spots which have something for everyone.
—Kathryn Streeter, USA Today, 30 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for brewing
Verb
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When Russia, another strategic partner, invaded Ukraine in 2022, China stopped short of condemning Moscow or opposing the war, instead parroting Russian narrative of blaming on the United States and its NATO allies for provoking the conflict.—
Steven Jiang,
CNN Money,
6 Jan. 2026
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Rather, many Iranians instead blamed the leadership for either provoking the conflict or failing to meaningfully defend the country from Israeli – or American – bombs.—
Kamran Talattof,
The Conversation,
6 Jan. 2026
Verb
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At the center of all the glitzy havoc—her face often looming on a huge flat screen that rolls around the stage, following actors like a hulking LED stalker—is of course Chenoweth.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
10 Nov. 2025
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Money woes, staffing shortages and patient insurance problems are about to get worse, hospital officials warn, under looming cuts to health care funding that are part of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.—
Arizona Republic,
AZCentral.com,
9 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Economic feasibility and future outlook While early studies suggest electric roads may be more economical than relying solely on large EV batteries, long-term feasibility depends on electricity prices, grid upgrade costs, and improvements in battery density.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Nov. 2025
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If your flight is canceled or significantly delayed due to the cuts, you’re legally entitled to a cash refund, not just some future credit.—
The Kim Komando Show,
FOXNews.com,
8 Nov. 2025
Verb
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It is measured in the millions of students striving for opportunity—most of them raising children, working jobs, serving in uniform, or making rent and mortgage payments with other bills competing for their attention.—
Yolanda Watson Spiva,
Fortune,
8 Nov. 2025
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One person might earn more while the other contributes in different but equally meaningful ways, like managing the home, raising kids and planning for the future.—
Annie Nova,
CNBC,
8 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Be ready for possible aftershocks in the coming hours, days and even weeks.—
Pat Harvey,
CBS News,
9 Jan. 2026
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Sudd Cobas said that a group of union representatives and workers is expected to meet with Florence City Councilor Dario Danti in coming days.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
8 Jan. 2026
Verb
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At some point along this path, at around the time of the transition from the Bronze Age to the Iron Age, some bright spark came upon the idea of fermenting alcohol.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
7 Jan. 2026
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Kimchi Kimchi is a Korean dish made by fermenting cabbage with other vegetables and seasonings.—
Lindsey DeSoto,
Health,
20 Dec. 2025
Verb
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The core purpose of Taste Addison – promoting Addison's 200+ restaurants – will be reenvisioned to include new, year-round options to support and elevate North Texas' most vibrant dining hub.—
S.E. Jenkins,
CBS News,
9 Jan. 2026
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Still, the district put full faith in its current coaches, promoting from within.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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John Mulaney has postponed three upcoming shows in Minneapolis following the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer.—
Amy McCarthy,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
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The arbitration hearing will allow for both sides to receive a specific contractual figure if no settlement is reached in the upcoming weeks.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Brewing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brewing. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.
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