as in turmoil
a disturbed or uneasy state
the city was in ferment as its residents nervously awaited the outcome of the referendum vote
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as in to provoke
to bring (something volatile or intense) into being
the various social and economic factors that fermented the major cultural change during the U.S. during the 1960s
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Recent Examples of ferment
Forbes.com, 14 June 2025
The cocktails here are a study in balance; the harsh edges of spirits are expertly rounded down by cordials, fruit wines, and other ferments (all of which are made in-house) without sacrificing complexity.
—Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 6 June 2025
Zuri Primos
july 16, Kansas City Star, 16 July 2025
Rune Wines ferments its wine with indigenous yeast.
—Sarah Lapidus, AZCentral.com, 9 July 2025
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Noun
For its Condrieu, Vidal-Fleury only allows 30% of the must to ferment in new oak barrels, while the rest ferments in steel tanks.
—Forbes.com, 14 June 2025
The cocktails here are a study in balance; the harsh edges of spirits are expertly rounded down by cordials, fruit wines, and other ferments (all of which are made in-house) without sacrificing complexity.
—Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 6 June 2025
Verb
Though people are most familiar with pickled cucumbers, beets or other vegetables, there’s no limit to what can be fermented, Garcia said.
—Zuri Primos
july 16, Kansas City Star, 16 July 2025
Rune Wines ferments its wine with indigenous yeast.
—Sarah Lapidus, AZCentral.com, 9 July 2025
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Regardless of the political turmoil and debate around the cryptoasset sector the fact remains that institutional adoption has continued virtually unabated.—
Sean Stein Smith,
Forbes.com,
20 July 2025
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Months later, talent manager Roger Davies would sign Turner — who’d found fame amid much personal turmoil as one half of the Ike & Tina Turner Revue — as a solo act, launching her career into the stratosphere.—
Seth Abramovitch,
HollywoodReporter,
16 July 2025
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Under the supervision of experts, Paul provokes sharks to attack him in multiple scenarios.—
Monica Mercuri,
Forbes.com,
20 July 2025
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While not classified among the FDA's nine major allergens, sulfites can trigger severe reactions in sensitive individuals and may provoke asthma attacks in up to 10 percent of people with asthma.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 July 2025
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Derived from the fermentation of rice used to make sake, Pitera (or galactomyces ferment filtrate) is the brand’s trademark, known for its ability to hydrate, soften, and smooth one’s complexion.—
Tracy Achonwa,
Vogue,
22 July 2025
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After fermentation, the yogurt is strained to remove extra liquid (whey) to produce Greek yogurt.—
Amy Brownstein,
Verywell Health,
22 July 2025
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This includes: People with diabetes should be aware that prune juice can raise blood sugar levels.—
Ariana Yaptangco,
Glamour,
15 July 2025
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In addition to the money raised, the event boosted awareness of global poverty and hunger.—
Danielle Chemtob,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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The company, which now has a manufacturing supply chain stretching from Vietnam to Peru, is in a decent position to weather trade unrest.—
Peter Vanham,
Fortune,
21 July 2025
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Volcanic unrest and gas hazard areas Contributing: Jennifer Borresen and Shawn J. Sullivan, USA TODAY.—
Janet Loehrke,
USA Today,
17 July 2025
Verb
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The organization aims to promote local music, art and live experiences that drive community, culture and tourism.—
Mars Salazar,
Austin American Statesman,
25 July 2025
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Ads have popped up around NYC promoting Roan’s next single, teasing an August 1st release date.—
Brittany Spanos,
Rolling Stone,
24 July 2025
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“Ferment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ferment. Accessed 31 Jul. 2025.
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