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throw a wrench in

verb

Etymology

See throw a wrench in the works.

Definitions

  1. To introduce a problem, dilemma or obstacle in

    To introduce a problem, dilemma or obstacle in; to complicate.

    • The pandemic is also weighing on preparations, with election administrations hyperaware that Covid cases could throw a wrench in their plans at the last minute.

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