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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
Ben Smith, semafor.com, 5 Jan. 2026
Tamerra Griffin, New York Times, 13 Mar. 2026
After you're done brewing a pot, empty the filter basket or remove the pod.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2026
In the end, he was exonerated but Doc ultimately opted to partner with the hospital to the benefit of his patients, which enraged Hope, sending her into the hands of her ex Roland and setting up a potential love triangle that had been brewing all season.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 12 Mar. 2026
Seems like a backup QB competition between Pickett and 38-year-old Andy Dalton could be brewing this training camp.
—Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 11 Mar. 2026
Maplewood, which makes beers like Son of Juice and Pulaski Pils – first began brewing beer in Logan Square in 2014, and has since added a taproom and cocktail bar, and expanded to Missouri, Indiana, Wisconsin, and Kansas.
—Todd Feurer, CBS News, 10 Mar. 2026
Turmoil that had been brewing within the union’s leadership ranks hit the public radar when the union’s executive council voted to remove Jones as international president in June 2023, accusing him of misusing union funds for personal gain.
—Judy L. Thomas, Kansas City Star, 9 Mar. 2026
The conference was only months before Epstein's arrest Unbeknownst to the participants, at the time of the conference Epstein's legal troubles were already brewing back in Florida.
—Scott Neuman, NPR, 9 Mar. 2026
Walking away from a stable 9-to-5 took a leap of faith, but for Brown, the perfect storm was brewing to leave her desk job.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 8 Mar. 2026
Adjective
But this bet will face its most serious test in the brewing Republican presidential primary.
—Ben Smith, semafor.com, 5 Jan. 2026
Verb
From a marketing and entertainment standpoint, the league’s inability to capitalize on the attacking trio’s star power following a gold medal run at the 2024 Summer Games in Paris was a major blow — but 2026 is already brewing something different.
—Tamerra Griffin, New York Times, 13 Mar. 2026
After you're done brewing a pot, empty the filter basket or remove the pod.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2026
In the end, he was exonerated but Doc ultimately opted to partner with the hospital to the benefit of his patients, which enraged Hope, sending her into the hands of her ex Roland and setting up a potential love triangle that had been brewing all season.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 12 Mar. 2026
Seems like a backup QB competition between Pickett and 38-year-old Andy Dalton could be brewing this training camp.
—Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 11 Mar. 2026
Maplewood, which makes beers like Son of Juice and Pulaski Pils – first began brewing beer in Logan Square in 2014, and has since added a taproom and cocktail bar, and expanded to Missouri, Indiana, Wisconsin, and Kansas.
—Todd Feurer, CBS News, 10 Mar. 2026
Turmoil that had been brewing within the union’s leadership ranks hit the public radar when the union’s executive council voted to remove Jones as international president in June 2023, accusing him of misusing union funds for personal gain.
—Judy L. Thomas, Kansas City Star, 9 Mar. 2026
The conference was only months before Epstein's arrest Unbeknownst to the participants, at the time of the conference Epstein's legal troubles were already brewing back in Florida.
—Scott Neuman, NPR, 9 Mar. 2026
Walking away from a stable 9-to-5 took a leap of faith, but for Brown, the perfect storm was brewing to leave her desk job.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 8 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for brewing
Verb
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The ur-mutiny, encompassing some of these, provoking and provoked by others, is MAGA.—
George Packer,
The Atlantic,
16 Mar. 2026
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From thought-provoking discussions and engaging events to joyful celebrations and community service.—
Paula Wethington,
CBS News,
12 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The Federal Reserve also faces another looming legal battle.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
13 Mar. 2026
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Abivax shares rose 15% as rumors re-emerged of a looming takeover bid for the biotech group.—
Chloe Taylor,Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
12 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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While the existing ship measures about 858 feet and displaces 42,000 tons, its successor is being designed on a much larger scale to meet future operational demands.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
19 Mar. 2026
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Back in 1998, Kay correctly identified the serial killer as Roy McCorckle, a 9-1-1 dispatcher who chose all of his future female victims by their voices.—
Max Gao,
HollywoodReporter,
19 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The Rochester Township Council held its regular meeting on Thursday evening, and it was packed with people who were raising concerns about chemical odors lingering in their neighborhood.—
Jessica Riley,
CBS News,
20 Mar. 2026
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Federal officers have used administrative warrants to do so, raising concerns that constitutional protections are being skirted.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
19 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The new season of The Comeback arrives in 2026, perhaps the most perilous time Hollywood has ever faced as the town anxiously ponders how AI might shape, or decimate, the industry in the coming years.—
Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
18 Mar. 2026
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Jester expects Navan to grow at least 23% in the coming year as the company cross-sells its broader platform beyond travel and as legacy providers fuel share gains.—
Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
17 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Each time the team captured a sample, Maro then quickly tested it to see if the urinating chimp had metabolized alcohol from ripe, fermenting fruit.—
Ari Daniel,
NPR,
9 Mar. 2026
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It’s made by fermenting skim milk with live cultures and straining out most of the liquid whey.—
Brandi Jones,
Verywell Health,
26 Feb. 2026
Verb
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In Southlake, the Westin and Henley hotels are promoting Easter buffets.—
Bud Kennedy,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
16 Mar. 2026
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Repeatedly promoting the scientific but impractical viewpoint of neurologists and sleep experts completely ignores how humans live in the real world.—
Letters to the Editor,
Washington Post,
16 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Others are searching for cult favorite revival bags, statement ready-to-wear in line with the spring collections, or occasion attire for the season’s upcoming events.—
Minty Mellon,
Vogue,
16 Mar. 2026
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The Moon is gliding into your 3rd House of Discussions, encouraging thoughtful messages that show patience and explain your intentions for upcoming events.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
16 Mar. 2026
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“Brewing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brewing. Accessed 21 Mar. 2026.
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