
Roiling
Intense Movement
Use 'roiling' to describe vigorous movement in liquids, indicating a forceful or undisciplined state.

Smoke rose from the volcano, with the lava roiling below.
Emotional Turbulence
'Roiling' suggests chaotic emotional states when used metaphorically, mirroring violent water movement.

Her thoughts were roiling with anxiety before the speech.
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