go to the trouble

go to the trouble or take the trouble {v. phr.}

To make trouble or extra work for yourself; bother.

John told Mr. Brown not to go to the trouble of driving him home.

Since your aunt took the trouble to get you a nice birthday present, the least you can do is to thank her.

Compare: PUT OUT (5).

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