We were all set to launch the product, but the last-minute technical glitch threw a spanner in the works
His sudden resignation threw a spanner in the works for the project's timeline
Just when we thought we had a deal, the competitor threw a spanner in the works with a better offer
The unexpected rainstorm threw a spanner in the works for our outdoor wedding plans
Her critical feedback at the meeting really threw a spanner in the works for his proposal
A sudden budget cut threw a spanner in the works for the research team
The car breaking down threw a spanner in the works for our weekend getaway
The manager's decision to change the strategy threw a spanner in the works for the sales team
A misunderstanding between departments threw a spanner in the works for the collaborative effort
The discovery of a historical artifact threw a spanner in the works for the construction project
The plan was perfect, then John decided to throw a spanner in the works.
That sounds frustrating! What did he do this time?
He changed the entire budget at the last minute.
The sudden budget cut threw a spanner in the works for the project
The budget cut unexpectedly halted the project's progress
The project was unexpectedly disrupted by the budget cut