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spell trouble

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spell trouble
to signify future trouble; to mean trouble. This letter that came today spells trouble. The sky looks angry and dark. That spells trouble.
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spell trouble
to be the cause of possible problems in the future (often + for ) The continuing dry weather could spell trouble for farmers.
See also: spell, trouble


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A similar performance in Scarborough this week could spell trouble for Notts, who must still be smarting from their crushing defeat.
The National Basketball Association and National Hockey League have filed motions siding with the NFL, fearing a ruling against the gridiron group could spell trouble for similar exclusive deals in their sports.
Lydia is convinced that Stuart isn't good enough for her daughter, and that can only spell trouble.
 
 
 
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