pick a quarrel
US /pɪk ə ˈkwɔːr.əl/
UK /pɪk ə ˈkwɔːr.əl/

1.
喧嘩を仕掛ける, 口論を始める
to intentionally start an argument or fight with someone
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He always tries to pick a quarrel with his younger brother.
彼はいつも弟と喧嘩を仕掛けようとする。
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Don't pick a quarrel with your boss; it won't end well.
上司と喧嘩を仕掛けないでください。うまくいきませんよ。