up to no good
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I feel like Monkey's always up to no good.
From Salon ● Feb. 2, 2024
This elderly man, who has been standing outside Edward and Flora’s home holding a tray of matches in a nearly deserted lane, can only be up to no good in Edward’s estimation.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 28, 2023
The Georgia legislature recognized that people who are up to no good can abuse our citizens’ security and the public order just as gravely while wearing a business suit.
From Slate ● Aug. 15, 2023
"It was well-known that he was obviously up to no good so to speak," the man said.
From Reuters ● Jul. 3, 2023
She looks at me like I’m up to no good.
From "Merci Suárez Changes Gears" by Meg Medina
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