look for trouble

phrase

informal

: to act in a way that could cause violence or problems

I could tell that he was looking for trouble as soon as he came in.

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If atypical cells show up and hrHPV is present, your doctor will usually recommend a colposcopy—a close-up exam of the cervix to look for trouble spots. — Marley Flueger, SELF, 27 Feb. 2026

Rhymes for look for trouble

• redouble
• bubble
• double
• rubble
• stubble