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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

Example Sentences

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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

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

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026

“You worry that’s the kind of thing that can cause trouble for inflation expectations.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

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

From Slate • Mar. 5, 2026

They expected you to pay attention and work hard, and to sit still and not cause trouble.

From "Facing the Lion" by Joseph Lemasolai Lekuton and Herman Viola