squabbles 1 of 2

noun

plural of squabble
as in disputes
an often noisy or angry expression of differing opinions frightened by noise of the squabble, the cat hid under the couch

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verb

present tense third-person singular of squabble
as in bickers
to express different opinions about something often angrily the children squabbled loudly over who got to play with the toy first

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Recent Examples of squabbles
Noun
Devil facial tumor disease appeared in 1996 in Tasmania’s northeast, grotesque growths on the face and mouth that the animals spread by biting one another in their squabbles over food and mates. — John Drake, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026 Parents who are expecting a new baby or dealing with sibling squabbles can all benefit from the reminder that love is not a finite resource—everyone in the family is loved immensely and equally. — Kara Nesvig, Parents, 27 July 2026 The visit was touch-and-go for weeks as negotiations about security and accommodations hinted at ongoing squabbles. — Kimi Robinson, USA Today, 24 July 2026 They are hired hands and stewards of other people’s capital, with no desire to becoming embroiled in internecine squabbles between clashing advocates, parochial activists, and plain opportunists latching on to the moment. — Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Time, 28 June 2026 Be patient with kids and romantic partners, because squabbles might arise. — Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 26 June 2026 And yes, none of this has been traditional in terms of politics, besides the ongoing squabbles between certain politicians, boosters and commissioners from the two biggest conferences in college athletics. — Trey Wallace Outkick, FOXNews.com, 22 June 2026 Could the modern classic sitcom about a group of disgruntled office workers' love affairs, friendships, falling outs, and petty squabbles be made today? — Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 15 June 2026 Rice’s attorney argued that prosecutors were unable to prove Rice’s whereabouts at the time of the murder and that their roommate squabbles were not significant enough for Rice to kill her. — Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 4 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for squabbles
  1. disputes
  2. bickers
  3. quarrels
  4. fights
  5. disagreements
  6. argues
  7. altercations
  8. clashes
Noun
  • The article also underscores that most ordinary voters pay little or no attention to these calendar disputes, implicitly criticizing party insiders for obsessing over process while the public is focused on daily life and more immediate concerns.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 2 Aug. 2026
  • And the vast majority of disputes are being won by providers, who are getting payouts that can far exceed the industry standard.
    — Lisa Jarvis, Mercury News, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of disputes
Verb
  • The pope, played by Samora la Perdida, is a mincing oaf who bickers with Galas about the value of translating Wagner.
    — Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 19 Sep. 2025
Definition of bickers
Noun
  • Candi is the family mediator Like any father-daughter coaching dynamic, Corey and Coco have had their fair share of quarrels on the tennis court.
    — Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 9 July 2026
  • Rounding out the top five names were seven write-in votes for the Sacramento Capitals or Capitols — which could be nicknamed the Caps to avoid quarrels over the spelling — and six votes for the Sacramento Stingers or Sting, referencing the collegiate Sacramento State Hornets.
    — Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 4 June 2026
Definition of quarrels
Verb
  • The scene is organized into certain beats, as Cole fights various people and then takes a breath between some of them.
    — Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 27 July 2026
  • Don’t make changes, and you’re accused of being a dusty, immovable relic that fights to maintain relevancy.
    — Michael Schneider, Variety, 23 July 2026
Definition of fights
Noun
  • Health insurers and hospitals tend to keep their contracts confidential, but, judging from each party’s previous comments, disagreements over reimbursement rates were a key issue throughout the negotiations.
    — Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026
  • Galanis' testimony offered jurors a glimpse into the family's disagreements over Melina's travel arrangements and her growing concerns about Frattolin's travel plans with their daughter months before Melina's death.
    — Brittany Miller, FOXNews.com, 29 July 2026
Definition of disagreements
Verb
  • But that might not be enough to mitigate what could be a public relations fallout, Isle argues.
    — Martina Di Licosa, CBS News, 31 July 2026
  • Leadership expert Cory Scheer argues that organizational trust, often seen as an intangible virtue, is a measurable and cultivable foundation for sustainable performance.
    — Rodger Dean Duncan, Forbes.com, 30 July 2026
Definition of argues
Noun
  • Often, altercations involving a resident with dementia erupt after danger signals are missed or ineffectively addressed, according to a KFF Health News examination of court records, police reports, and state and federal inspection reports.
    — Jordan Rau, NPR, 19 July 2026
  • Retired Miami Heat forward and captain Udonis Haslem found himself in more than a few altercations during his NBA playing career.
    — Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 14 July 2026
Definition of altercations
Verb
  • Elsewhere, Rhaenyra clashes with Lord Corlys, refusing to legitimize his sons Addam and Alyn with her hold on power so tenuous.
    — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026
  • The resulting design gives the consumer-favorite 9060 a sleeker appearance, which clashes with its otherwise bulky proportions.
    — Riley Jones, Footwear News, 14 July 2026
Definition of clashes

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