Definition of put/throw a spanner in the works
- We were ready to start the project when the bank threw a spanner in the works by denying the loan.
: to place in a specified position or relationship : lay
: to move in a specified direction
: to send (something, such as a weapon or missile) into or through something : thrust
: a throw made with an overhand pushing motion
: an option to sell a specified amount of a security (such as a stock) or commodity (such as wheat) at a fixed price at or within a specified time — compare call 3d
: being in place : fixed, set
: to propel through the air by a forward motion of the hand and arm
: to propel through the air in any manner
: pitch
: an act of throwing, hurling, or flinging
: an act of throwing dice
: the number thrown with a cast of dice
: wrench
: a wrench that has a hole, projection, or hook at one or both ends of the head for engaging with a corresponding device on the object that is to be turned
: to perform work or fulfill duties regularly for wages or salary
: to perform or carry through a task requiring sustained effort or continuous repeated operations
: to exert oneself physically or mentally especially in sustained effort for a purpose or under compulsion or necessity
: activity in which one exerts strength or faculties to do or perform something:
: activity that a person engages in regularly to earn a livelihood
: a specific task, duty, function, or assignment often being a part or phase of some larger activity
: suitable or styled for wear while working
: used for work
: involving or engaged in work
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