make a scene
Example Sentences
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He evidently believes I might show up and make a scene, even though I have not been invited.
From Washington Post
Or: the real filmmaker retreats into his art, whereas his fictional counterpart is bold enough to make a scene, hurt some feelings and possibly risk his own comfort and career.
From New York Times
“People just got tired of being locked up and now they are using any excuse so they can get out and make a scene.”
From Washington Post
On the scale of Terrible Exes, this move ranks right above saying, “It’s me, not you,” in a public place to ensure the dumpee doesn’t make a scene.
From Washington Post
"Why has the work stopped?! You're wasting valuable time," shouts Mr Farati, as an official begs him not to make a scene.
From BBC
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
