roil
verb (used with object)
to render (water, wine, etc.) turbid by stirring up sediment.
has roiled
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present perfectof roil (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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AI imitation is a growing concern among performers worldwide, and the threat has roiled Japan's storied animation industry, whose voice actors are sometimes worshipped as much as their characters by fans.
From Barron's ● Sep. 27, 2026
Controversy surrounding data center construction has roiled Texas in recent months, fostering a bipartisan coalition of opposition, particularly among rural and suburban residents.
From Salon ● Aug. 3, 2026
As the sport has roiled, he’s been unafraid to speak his mind and make some colleagues uneasy.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 13, 2026
Both welcomed the US-Iranian ceasefire and have urged a diplomatic solution to the war, which has roiled the global economy.
From Barron's ● Apr. 10, 2026
The episodes underscore the extent to which the Epstein saga has roiled members of Congress.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 11, 2026
