
Wrangle
Minor Disputes
Use 'wrangle' when referring to arguments over trivial matters, not serious conflicts.
The couple wrangled about what to watch on TV.
Extended Debate
'Wrangle' implies a lengthy, back-and-forth argument, not a quick exchange.
The authors wrangled for weeks about the book's title.
Informal Use
'Wrangle' is casual and may not suit formal or academic discussions.
They wrangled over where to hang the picture. Compare with
ArgueBickerClashContendDisputeFightQuarrelSquabble
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