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Squabble

Verb / ˈskwɑ:bʌl / Another word for squabble — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to argue or quarrel over something that is not very important

Synonyms & similar words

fuss pettifog pettifoggery tiff bickering bicker brabble spat quibble niggle argue quarrel bicker dispute wrangle fight altercate scrap spat tiff row feud clash struggle contest battle

Example sentences

  1. The children squabbled over who got to play with the toy first.
  2. My friends always squabble about where to go for dinner.
  3. The politicians squabbled for hours over the wording of the bill.
  4. The couple squabbled over who should do the dishes.
  5. The neighbors are always squabbling over their property line.

Quotes

  • I don't want to squabble over who loved you more, but it was probably me.
  • It is easier to forgive an enemy than to forgive a friend. - William Blake
  • The only way to get the best of an argument is to avoid it. - Dale Carnegie

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