throw a spanner in the works


Definition: Meaning of, throw a spanner in the works in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / θrəʊ eɪ ˈspanə ɪn ðə;ðɪ;ðiː wɜːks /

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British English
  1. informal cause an unexpected problem, dilemma or obstacle
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