throw a wrench in the works

throw a wrench in the gears

Synonym of throw a spanner in the works.

throw a monkey wrench into the works

Synonym of throw a spanner into the works.

throw a monkey wrench in the works

Synonym of throw a spanner in the works.

throw a spanner in the works

To introduce a problem, dilemma or obstacle, something unexpected or t…

spanner in the works

Something that disrupts smooth operation or functioning.

pour cold water on

Synonym of throw cold water on (“to belittle or dismiss”).