rock the boat

Related to word: rock

Idiom

Definition

  1. C2

    To do or say something that disturbs a stable situation and causes trouble or problems.

    • She didn't want to rock the boat before the project was finished, so she kept quiet.

    • It’s best not to rock the boat during the company restructuring; keep a low profile.

    • He always likes to rock the boat, which is why no one likes him.