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Look for trouble Meaning in English

expression

ˈɫʊk/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ/ /ˈtɹəbəɫ
LUUK-for-TRUH-buhl
lˈʊk/ /fˈɔː/ /tɹˈʌbəl
LUUK-foh-TRUB-uhl

释义

To behave in a way that is likely to cause problems, danger, or conflict for yourself, often by provoking others or ignoring rules.

用法与细微差别

Usually informal, sometimes mildly judgmental. Commonly used for people who provoke arguments, break rules, or seek danger on purpose. Not for accidental trouble; it's about inviting it. Often seen as 'stop looking for trouble' or 'why do you always look for trouble?'.

例句

If you keep making noise in class, you will look for trouble.

basic

Don't look for trouble by arguing with your boss.

basic

Whenever he visits that area at night, he looks for trouble.

basic

He's the kind of guy who always looks for trouble wherever he goes.

natural

Why do you always look for trouble instead of minding your own business?

natural

If you keep poking the bear, you're definitely looking for trouble.

natural