raise a stink
Alternate term for the act of defecation.
Sharing a bathroom with male roommates can be tricky at times. The key to proper lavatory planning often entails getting in your morning shower before someone else decides to raise a stink.
raise a big stink
To make a loud, prolonged complaint, especially in a public situation.
If Mary doesn't get the promotion, she will raise a big stink about it to everyone in the office.