Meaning Of The Word Make waves

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What's The Definition Of Make waves?

make waves
to disturb a situation by changing things or by challenging the way things are done, often in a way that improves the situation

make waves in American English
to disturb the prevailing calm, complacency, etc.
to disturb the status quo; cause trouble, as by questioning or resisting the accepted rules, procedures, etc

make waves in British English
to cause trouble; disturb the status quo

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