BIG STINK Definition & Meaning

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A major scandal or furor. For example, If they don't improve the women's facilities, Marjorie will make a big stink about it . [Early 1800s]

That's because the other side rarely makes a big stink about them.

"They made a big stink," William Temple, an activist with the group, told The Daily Beast, referring to Tea Party Patriots.

"They made a big stink," William Temple said, referring to Tea Party Patriots.

"Big stink," he amended, and strode off into rainy twilight, leaving Jesse to salvage what he might of glory.

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