as in argues
to express different opinions about something often angrily
this discussion is so silly we might as well altercate on how many angels can dance on the point of a needle
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While the talks were aimed at curbing Iran's nuclear program in exchange for sanctions relief, Jafarzadeh argues that for the regime, talks would be nothing more than a tactical delay.—
Emma Bussey,
FOXNews.com,
20 Feb. 2026 -
In a recent column, [Broward Health CEO and Memorial Healthcare interim CEO] Shane Strum argues that closer alignment between Broward Health and Memorial Healthcare System is necessary to improve access.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
20 Feb. 2026
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The case sparked a political scandal last year that led to the ouster of Zelenskyy’s chief of staff, Andriy Yermak, and fueled new public anger at lingering corruption as Ukraine fights Russia in its four-year war.—
Reuters,
NBC news,
16 Feb. 2026
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The move comes as the administration simultaneously fights offshore wind projects in the Northeast, some of which are fully permitted or under construction.—
Garrett Downs,
CNBC,
15 Feb. 2026
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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
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In the early days of tour rehearsal, Johannes shows up and immediately clashes with Celeste, causing more stress for Charli.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
5 Feb. 2026
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He is paired with an arrogant young partner (Lou), a second-generation political scion whose personality clashes sharply with his own.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
29 Jan. 2026
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The three bills also are not the first headline-grabbing action from Schroer, who serves as chair of the Senate’s hard-right Freedom Caucus, which frequently quarrels with GOP leadership.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
8 Jan. 2026
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If Chicago falls out of the race, then Dillingham becomes intriguing.—
Stan Son,
New York Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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Packing cubes can help organize your bag so nothing falls out and you’re not left flustered trying to rezip your bag after a thorough search.—
Jillian Dara,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Feb. 2026
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The defense disputes that narrative, arguing the state's case lacks solid evidence.—
Chelsea Jones,
CBS News,
19 Feb. 2026
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Larry Harnisch, a former Los Angeles Times copy editor and writer who has spent 30 years investigating the Black Dahlia murder, strongly disputes the contention that the podcasters’ suspect killed Short.—
Martha Ross,
Mercury News,
18 Feb. 2026
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Smith rows for roughly 10 to 12 hours a day, mostly during daylight, and spends the rest of her time maintaining the boat, checking her position, preparing meals and resting.—
Jordan Greene,
PEOPLE,
28 Jan. 2026
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As of Wednesday morning, one resale website had Grand Casino Arena tickets, 11 rows up from the ice, for the opening day game between Sweden and Slovakia selling for $35.—
Jess Myers,
Twin Cities,
3 Dec. 2025
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“Altercates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/altercates. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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