波は紋もんを広ひろげる

expression, ichidan verb, transitive verb

cause repercussions; create a stir; send ripples

Metaphorical use: an action or event that spreads influence or consequences outward, like ripples on water. Often used in news or social contexts.

• 彼かれの発はつ言げんは大おおきな波は紋もんを広ひろげた。

  His remarks caused widespread repercussions.

• その事じ件けんは国こく際さい社しゃ会かいに波は紋もんを広ひろげている。

  The incident is sending ripples through the international community.