What is another word for muddying the waters?
Pronunciation: [mˈʌdɪɪŋ ðə wˈɔːtəz] (IPA) 
"Muddying the waters" is a common phrase used to describe a situation where an individual or group makes a situation more complicated or confusing than it needs to be. Synonyms for this phrase include "clouding the issue," "confusing the matter," "obscuring the truth," and "muddling the facts." Other similar expressions include "muddying the clarity," "creating ambiguity," "making things murky," and "throwing the proverbial wrench in the works." In essence, all of these phrases refer to intentionally or unintentionally making a situation less clear, straightforward, or easy to understand, creating confusion, anxiety, or frustration.
