Cause/create a stir British informal
The two expressions ''cause a stir" and "create a stir'' have the same meaning.
To cause excitement, trouble or controversy in a group of people, usually used in uncommon, reversible or shocking situations
The loss of the French national team to the Swiss team has caused a stir in the past few days.
His monstrous attire and striking hair color caused a stir among the female students in the school.
The excitement and danger caused by taking part in activities, especially sports or entertainments
To be surprised by some sudden occurrence
To greatly surprise, shock, or confuse someone
The verb "cause/create" should be conjugated according to the sentence's tense.
The company's new regulation of working hours creates a stir among employees all day.