idiom
Don't rock the boat
DOHNT ROK thuh BOHT
/doʊnt rɒk ðə boʊt/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
don'trocktheboat
Dictionary meaning
An admonition to avoid causing unnecessary trouble or disturbing the existing order; used when conformity is expected.
Examples
- Despite disagreeing with the decision, she was told not to rock the boat at the board meeting.
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