play mischief with

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Their evident perseverance in doing so was, as well, ample indication of their serious intention to do all they threatened—find out the meaning of the mysterious expedition and play mischief with that undertaking generally.

From The Auto Boys' Quest by Braden, James A. (James Andrew)

The Apaches were as good riders as he, and a shot that would disable his horse would play mischief with the rider.

From In the Pecos Country / Lieutenant R. H. Jayne by Ellis, Edward Sylvester