Churned

The past tense and past participle of 'churn,' meaning to agitate or stir vigorously; to produce something, often dairy products, by this process; or to be in a state of violent agitation or turmoil. It implies a repetitive, often circular motion, leading to a change in state or condition, or a feeling of intense mental or emotional unrest. Churning suggests a persistent, sometimes unwelcome, activity or process, leading to the separation, transformation, or generation of something.

Churned meaning with examples

• The butter churned for hours, its rhythmic motion gradually transforming the cream into golden butter, separating the solids from the liquids. This laborious process was a staple of rural life, producing a fundamental necessity. The families shared the results of their hard work with everyone.
• As the economy faltered, the stock market churned violently, sending the values of countless investments plummeting and creating widespread financial panic. Investors grew worried about the future of their investments, unsure of what to do. Economic uncertainty grew.
• Her mind churned with conflicting thoughts and emotions as she wrestled with the difficult decision, unable to find a moment of peace. Worry about what her family thought and how they would react left her with an aching feeling. Her mind could not quiet itself.
• The advertising agency churned out a relentless stream of promotional materials, bombarding potential customers with repetitive messages to boost sales. Each ad had the same basic pitch, and the public quickly became tired of seeing them. Their advertising was repetitive.