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not looking for trouble

16/7/2020

 
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We use this informal expression to mean behave in a way that is likely to provoke an argument or fight. It is frequently used humorously when misunderstandings occur:

For example:
  • You suggest a change of venue for the annual conference but this is interpreted as disapproval or dislike.
However, by saying:
  • No, I’m not looking for trouble! I was just thinking aloud about changing the venue as we’ve been going there for a number of years and the service isn’t as good as it was.
The expression softens the comment and indicates it was not aggressive or confrontational; merely a personal observation.
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for love

13/7/2020

 
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When we say someone does something [for the love] of it, we refer to pleasure rather than money:

This can be used in situations ranging from volunteering for a charity to supporting someone in their professional field.

The key is that the act is done because the person wants to do it and not for payment
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