squabble — to argue noisily over petty matters
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to argue noisily over petty matters
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈskwɑːbəl/
Korean meaning: 사소한 일로 시끄럽게 다투다, 말다툼하다
Korean pronunciation: **스쿠**아블
Example Sentences
- The couple squabbled about whose turn it was to take out the trash, completely forgetting they had a dishwasher to load.
- Politicians often squabble over minor policy details while ignoring major issues.
- The team members squabbled about the meeting time for so long that the actual meeting became unnecessary.
squabble
VERB//ˈskwɑːbəl//
to argue noisily over petty matters
two customers point aggressively at each other while both clutching the same small decorative vase. Their faces show animated anger as they shout with open mouths and furrowed brows. The argument started when both reached for the same cheap trinket at exactly the same moment. Now they're loudly disputing who saw it first over this insignificant yard sale item. Other shoppers nearby look annoyed and cover their ears from the loud bickering. The yard sale host watches with an exasperated expression as the petty conflict continues. people arguing noisily over petty matters
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From 17th-century Swedish, originally meaning 'to make a loud noise.' Over time, it evolved to mean 'to argue noisily,' which is how we use it today.
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📝Examples
“The couple squabbled about whose turn it was to take out the trash, completely forgetting they had a dishwasher to load.”
“Politicians often squabble over minor policy details while ignoring major issues.”
“The team members squabbled about the meeting time for so long that the actual meeting became unnecessary.”
“Stop squabbling and focus on finding a solution to this problem.”
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