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raise Cain

idiom

Synonym of raise hell.


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  1. 01

    raise eyebrows

    To cause surprise.

  2. 02

    raise hell

    To cause a considerable disturbance.

  3. 03

    raise one's eyebrows

    Of a person, to be surprised.

  4. 04

    raise one's voice

    To speak loudly, especially in anger.

  5. 05

    raise someone's hackles

    To annoy or anger someone.

  6. 06

    raise someone's shag

    To anger or annoy someone.

  7. 07

    raise someone's spirits

    To make someone feel in a better mood

  8. 08

    raise the bar

    To raise standards or expectations, especially by creating something to a higher standard.

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