Squabble often suggests the issue isn't serious and can sometimes seem childish. The board meeting turned into a squabble over free coffee.
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Emotional Heat
Squabbles can imply annoyance or frustration but are less intense than fights. The couple's squabble was loud but quickly resolved.
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Group Situations
Squabble is often used to describe minor disagreements within groups or organizations. The committee's squabble over the agenda postponed the decision.