stir up trouble
Example Sentences
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We’ll see if Netflix clout is mobilized to stir up trouble and sink Paramount’s deal.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 2026
Her friend Harris, who had a “crush” on Lanez, tried to stir up trouble between the women by telling Megan she needed to stop lying to her friend.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 13, 2022
Soon, the men are roped into an intrigue via Swift’s Liz, one of those mysterious dames who always stir up trouble.
From New York Times • Oct. 6, 2022
An earlier statement from the consulate urged media in Australia to "look at China in an objective and rational manner, rather than stir up trouble or smear China intentionally".
From BBC • Jun. 25, 2021
When Oldenburg mischievously reported an exaggerated account of Hooke’s views to Newton, deliberately trying to stir up trouble, he succeeded better than he could have expected.
From "The Scientists" by John Gribbin
