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kick up a fuss

idiom
Meaning

To show annoyance, or to complain loudly about something, often when it is of little importance in reality.


Examples
SIMPLE

He always kicks up a fuss when the coffee is cold.

CONTEXTUAL

The customer started to kick up a fuss because his table was not ready on time.

COMPLEX

Despite the minor nature of the error, the manager continued to kick up a fuss, much to the embarrassment of his entire team.

Anchors to
Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    get a kick out of

    To be delighted by; to be amused by.

  2. 02

    kick a dog when it's down

    To make things worse for someone in an adverse situation.

  3. 03

    kick ass

    To win decisively.

  4. 04

    kick ass and take names

    To beat someone in a competition, fight, or other situation.

  5. 05

    kick at an open door

    To carry out a redundant activity.

  6. 06

    kick at the can

    An attempt or an opportunity.

  7. 07

    kick back

    To relax; to laze.

  8. 08

    kick bollocks scramble

    A free for all or panic situation.

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