as in quarrels
an often noisy or angry expression of differing opinions
after a prolonged bicker, they finally managed to find a movie that both of them were interested in seeing
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as in argues
to express different opinions about something often angrily
if you two don't stop bickering about where to go to eat, we're not going out at all!
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Recent Examples of bickers
Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 19 Sep. 2025
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bickers
Noun
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Avoid money quarrels with everyone.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
8 Feb. 2026
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His quarrels with Massie and interest in relitigating the 2020 election seem to animate him more, too.—
W. James Antle III,
The Washington Examiner,
6 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Conspiracy theories, especially on the right, have swirled for years around the Clintons and their connections to Epstein and Maxwell, who argues she was wrongfully convicted.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
27 Feb. 2026
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OpenAI argues that leadership will depend on scaling infrastructure quickly and converting that capacity into products people depend on daily.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Feb. 2026
Noun
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In the 1970s, amid disputes over Soldier Field and stadium conditions, the Bears raised the possibility of leaving Chicago and explored alternative sites — including options outside the city — as leverage in negotiations.—
Bill Quinlan,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Feb. 2026
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Federal agents often have legal protections when acting within the scope of their duties, and disputes over jurisdiction would likely be fought in court.—
Dante Motley,
Austin American Statesman,
26 Feb. 2026
Verb
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What fights will Zuffa stage and who will show them?—
Chris McKenna,
New York Times,
28 Feb. 2026
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Everyone fights in their own way.—
Meredith Deliso,
ABC News,
27 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The spokesperson said Nutex Health, based in Houston, is responsible for an outsized share of disputes in what’s called the independent dispute resolution process, where health insurers and providers go to settle disagreements over payment amounts.—
Angela Palermo,
Idaho Statesman,
28 Feb. 2026
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Still, the disagreements in the region have been hard to ignores.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
28 Feb. 2026
Verb
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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
Noun
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Dave Howell, who called Pata one of his best friends, testified Thursday there were several altercations involving Jones and Pata.—
Sofia Saric,
Miami Herald,
20 Feb. 2026
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The letter said unauthorized use of recording devices, physical altercations, bullying and harassment are outlined in board policies, as well as disciplinary measures.—
Joseph States,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Feb. 2026
Noun
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From assault allegations to gambling debts to submitting a fake COVID-19 vaccine card leading to a 21-game suspension, Kane has been the center of many controversies.—
Lia Assimakopoulos,
Dallas Morning News,
23 Feb. 2026
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The Winter Olympics will be remembered for historic triumphs, devastating losses and viral controversies.—
Kayla Hayempour,
NBC news,
23 Feb. 2026
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“Bickers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bickers. Accessed 3 Mar. 2026.
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