make a scene
Example Sentences
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"We are going to block all the candidates wherever they arrive. We will make a scene," said farm activist Luz Maria Mendoza.
From Reuters ● Jun. 27, 2023
My brothers are annoyed by our sister but think she will make a scene at the anniversary party.
From Slate ● Feb. 3, 2023
I thought it was so disrespectful that he took it upon himself to be like, “OK, I’m out the door, one last hoorah, let me make a scene of myself.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 9, 2022
But he grit his teeth and did not make a scene.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 29, 2022
But like a parent, she knew not to make a scene.
From "When I Was the Greatest" by Jason Reynolds
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