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Definitions

start something

VERB
throw down the gauntlet
Synonyms
STRONGEST
cross swords
WEAK
ask for trouble call out challenge confront contest dare defy do something about it invite to debate knock the chip off one's shoulder meet face to face provoke stand up to

Example Sentences

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"People don't dare to start something because it's expensive, and a lot of banks are reluctant to loan money to set up a proper business," he said.

From Barron's • Mar. 19, 2026

Audi unveiled a slogan for their new project: "To start something, stop at nothing."

From BBC • Jan. 20, 2026

He'll start something and then he'll be like, "Oh, I wish you had been a part of it."

From Salon • Oct. 31, 2024

There’s definitely a sense that she’s about to start something.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 16, 2024

My neighbor wants to start something with me—don’t worry, it’s not going to be at my place but his—and I'm all for helping people.

From "Saints and Misfits" by S.K. Ali