Synonyms for «to rock the boat»

The phrase "to rock the boat" means to cause trouble or disrupt a situation by challenging or questioning the established order or way of doing things. Full definition

Similar and related words and phrases are presented below.

«rock»

«boat»

Related phrases

boat someone
around one's ship
to go sailing
rock someone
to stir something around
to rattle someone
to disrupt something
to let something boil
to shake around
to blow things up
to help someone weather the storm
to disturb others
stem the tide
to cruise along
to get people on board
to make much impact
to get things going
rolling seas
to knock back
to upset situation
to sway public opinion
to make big changes
to shore
to paddle
to break new ground
to turn things around
make waves
to bring change
to hit rock bottom
to make heads turn
to swing something
turbulent waters
to take bold steps
to keep everything moving
to roil the water
take the wind out of someone's sails
to upset people
to start trouble
boat crash
to throw stones
to sink something
to kick around
to push along
to mess things
to jump ship
to disrupt the status quo
aboard one's ship
to push the issue
to calm the situation
to keep things moving

Sentences with «to rock the boat»

The turbulence of social change is rocking the boat in many areas, including religion. (religion-online.org)
It's rocking the boat of human relationships for good or ill. (religion-online.org)
Well, I usually don't suggest this, but on this I wouldn't rock the boat with the possibility of having to finance it upon demand. (biggerpockets.com)
(see all sentences)

Synonyms for «to rock the boat»

«rock»

«boat»

Related phrases

Sentences with «to rock the boat»

See also