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cause a commotion

Idioms  
  1. Also, cause a stir. Give rise to a disturbance, raise a fuss. For example, The opening debate was so bitter it caused a commotion in the legislature, or Her entrance always caused a stir.


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They finally hired a nationally celebrated figure who will cause a commotion, raise a ruckus, and, oh yeah, win football games.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 24, 2024

On Sunday afternoon, I'll be using my voice - as you might expect - to cause a commotion.

From BBC • Jan. 11, 2024

Maybe I was afraid to cause a commotion with my parents or lure danger to my home.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 29, 2022

Yes, an actual ink-printed, hold-it-in-your-hands newspaper still has the power to cause a commotion.

From The Wall Street Journal • Aug. 17, 2018

But he would be missed, and his absence might cause a commotion.

From Freaks of Fortune or, Half Round the World by Optic, Oliver

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