spreadingtrouble
nounUK /ˈspredɪŋ ˈtrʌbəl/
US /ˈspredɪŋ ˈtrʌbəl/
Spreading trouble means making problems happen in many places.
The naughty wind was spreading trouble all over the quiet town.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. Going around and making people argue with each other.
He was spreading trouble between the two friends by telling lies.
3. Passing bad news or gossip to many people.
Spreading trouble with gossip made the whole class upset.
4. Doing things that cause mess or damage in many spots.
The puppy was spreading trouble by chewing every shoe in the house.