pick a quarrel

US /pɪk ə ˈkwɔːr.əl/
UK /pɪk ə ˈkwɔːr.əl/
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找茬吵架, 挑起爭吵

to intentionally start an argument or fight with someone

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He always tries to pick a quarrel with his younger brother.
他總是試圖和弟弟找茬吵架
Don't pick a quarrel with your boss; it won't end well.
不要和你的老闆找茬吵架;那不會有好結果的。