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cause trouble

VERB

embroil

Synonyms

STRONGEST

enmesh ensnare entangle implicate involve mire tangle

STRONG

compromise confound confuse derange disorder disturb disunite encumber incriminate muddle perplex snarl trouble

WEAK

mix up

Antonyms

STRONGEST

exclude free untangle untwist

STRONG

aid arrange assist calm clarify clear up comfort enlighten explain help order organize

WEAK

uncomplicate

VERB

rock the boat

Synonyms

WEAK

challenge the status quo complain disagree disturb disturb the balance make a stink make waves not conform object protest stir things up upset the apple cart

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They are trying to reassure shoppers and visitors that the city centre is safe, and deter groups of children from coming to town to cause trouble.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

Even short of cancer, mutations can cause trouble.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026

The founding father’s hardheadedness could also sometimes cause trouble.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026

He doesn’t cause trouble for fellow Republicans, Senate leadership, or the White House.

From Slate • Mar. 5, 2026

With a man like this Kimbro the least thing done incorrectly would cause trouble.

From "Invisible Man" by Ralph Ellison

cause trouble

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