巻き起こす
Meanings
Godan verb
Transitive verb
1. to create (a sensation); to cause (a commotion); to give rise to (controversy)
2. to raise (a cloud of dust); to kick up (dust)
Kanji used
Pitch accent
まきおこす
Examples7
彼の
His bold plan gave rise to much controversy.
この
This political problem gave rise to hot discussions.
その
The news caused a great sensation.
その
The news caused alarm throughout the village.
彼女
I'm sure she'll cause a stir in the Tokyo fashion world.
その
The movie created a great sensation.