butt heads

phrase

Synonyms of butt headsnext
: to come into conflict

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Both countries are publicly butting heads over a massive data leak at Coupang, a prominent online retail firm that is ubiquitous in daily South Korean life. Kelly Kasulis Cho, Christian Science Monitor, 30 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1714, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of butt heads was in 1714

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“Butt heads.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/butt%20heads. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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