pettifoggers

plural of pettifogger

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Noun
  • Reporters interviewed dozens of former regime officials, many of whom spoke on condition of anonymity for their safety, as well as Syrian human rights lawyers, European law enforcement, civil society groups and members of the new Syrian government.
    Danny Makki, New York Times, 16 Oct. 2025
  • The hashtag #federalemployees has racked up nearly 10,000 posts on TikTok, including videos from employment lawyers and other service providers looking to reach larger audiences.
    Clare Duffy, CNN Money, 16 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • That should come as no surprise to anyone who watched the trailer and noticed the luxe wardrobes worn by the female legal eagles.
    Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 17 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Her current flavor catalog includes classic sourdough for the purists, blueberry-lemon for a bright twist, cinnamon swirl or cinnamon-raisin for cozy mornings, and even a colorful Funfetti version inspired by her friends’ kids.
    Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Oct. 2025
  • And though true skin-care purists might layer both in a 10-step routine, modern formulas like this one blur the lines—offering the best of both in one silky step.
    Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 18 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • The bubble-ists think that the Coreweave people are hopeless dreamers at best and shysters at worst.
    Jim Cramer, CNBC, 28 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • This isn't about perfectionists but intentional development across all dimensions of leadership.
    Aurelien Mangano, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
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“Pettifoggers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pettifoggers. Accessed 21 Oct. 2025.

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