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    Using 掀起 (xiānqǐ) to express 'to stir up'

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    Structure

    掀起 + 了 + Object

    Explanation

    The verb 掀起 (xiānqǐ) means 'to stir up,' 'to set off,' or 'to trigger,' describing the initiation of a wave of activity, discussion, or emotion. It literally means to lift or turn over something, but is most commonly used figuratively. It often appears with abstract nouns like 讨论 (discussion), 浪潮 (wave), or 热潮 (craze).

    Examples

    • 这部电影在网上掀起了一场热烈的讨论。

      zhè bù diànyǐng zài wǎngshàng xiānqǐle yì chǎng rèliè de tǎolùn.

      This movie sparked a heated discussion online.

    • 新政策掀起了全民健身的热潮。

      xīn zhèngcè xiānqǐle quánmín jiànshēn de rècháo.

      The new policy sparked a nationwide fitness craze.

    • 他的演讲掀起了观众的强烈反响。

      tā de yǎnjiǎng xiānqǐle guānzhòng de qiángliè fǎnxiǎng.

      His speech stirred a strong response from the audience.

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