create incident

Frequency: 6.04.9 per million words

to bring about an event, often deliberately

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Examples (10)

  • The diplomatic actions could create a major incident.
  • His reckless behavior is bound to create an incident.
  • The company tried to prevent any measures that might create an incident.
  • Why would someone deliberately create such a public incident?
  • If you continue to argue, you will create an unnecessary incident.
  • The media was eager to report on anything that could create a dramatic incident.
  • Their failure to communicate effectively helped create the whole unfortunate incident.
  • A minor misunderstanding can quickly create a significant incident.
  • He was warned not to create any more incidents during the trip.
  • The prank aimed to create a humorous incident rather than serious trouble.