'__ creature was stirring . . .' Crossword Clue

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STIRRING (adjective)
1. capable of arousing enthusiasm or excitement
2. exciting strong but not unpleasant emotions
STIRRING (noun)
1. arousing to a particular emotion or action
2. agitating a liquid with an implement
CREATURE (noun)
1. a person who is controlled by others and is used to perform unpleasant or dishonest tasks for someone else
2. a human being; `wight’ is an archaic term

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