The term 'put up a fuss' is an idiom that means to make a lot of noise or to complain about something. The crossword solutions for this term are SQUAWK (6 letters), ARGUE (5 letters), BALK (4 letters), RESIST (6 letters), and PROTEST (7 letters). SQUAWK is a loud, harsh sound made by a bird, and can be used to describe someone making a lot of noise. ARGUE means to have a discussion or debate with someone in which opposing views are expressed. BALK means to refuse to do something, and can be used to describe someone who is resisting something. RESIST means to oppose or fight against something, and PROTEST means to express strong disapproval of something. All of these words can be used to describe someone who is putting up a fuss.