quarrel: Palabra del día: January 7, 2021

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quarrel , v :
(intransitive, also figuratively) To argue fiercely, contend, squabble; to cease to be on friendly terms, to fall out. (intransitive) To find fault; to cavil. (intransitive, obsolete) Followed by at: to disagree with; to take offence. (transitive, obsolete except Scotland) To argue or squabble with (someone).

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