make a splash . make a splash {v. phr.} To cause a sensation. The brilliant young pianist, barely 14 years old, made quite a splash on the concert circuit. Categories: add yours {v. phr.} Source: A Dictionary of American Idioms by A. Makkai, M.T. Boatner, J.E. Gates © 2024 To section: M Subscribe to: American IdiomsIdioms feedEnglish languageHome page and general feed Comment on this entry