troublemaker
Americannoun
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As Montag’s troublemaker boyfriend, Pratt quickly became a master at stirring up drama, frequently at the expense of Conrad, Montag’s friend and roommate.
From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026
Throughout his school years and into college, Turner had a reputation as a troublemaker.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026
But Chinese authorities and state media have heaped bitter rhetoric against him, calling him a "troublemaker" and "warmonger".
From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026
When troublemaker Arlene moves in across the street to live with her father, Maria falls helplessly under her corrupting influence.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026
“A troublemaker? Then what be you, Mr. Marsden? What be you, ey?”
From "Lyddie" by Katherine Paterson
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