Thesaurus results for ARGY-BARGY

argy-bargy

noun

ˌär-jē-ˈbär-jē

Definition of argy-bargy

chiefly British

as in discussion

an exchange of views for the purpose of exploring a subject or deciding an issue wouldn't be a cricket match without a little argy-bargy over the umpire's every call

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as in quarrel

an often noisy or angry expression of differing opinions the perennial argy-bargy over whether the monarchy should be abolished

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Recent Examples of argy-bargy The staredown initiated a little argy-bargy between the pair as both teams exited the field. — David Close, CNN Money, 19 June 2026 Perhaps this explains why there was none of the needle associated with those recent encounters, including the Carabao Cup first-round clash in August 2024 that again ended in a bout of argy-bargy sparked by a 92nd-minute clash between Sydie Peck and Jack Marriott. — Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 22 Mar. 2026

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At least two federal bills to regulate AI in politics are pending discussion and approval by lawmakers.

— Anagilmara Vílchez, NBC news, 23 Oct. 2026
SpaceX is attempting to build the fourth nationwide wireless carrier by combining its Starlink direct-to-device network with ground infrastructure, Bloomberg reported, citing people familiar with discussions.

— Paulina Likos, CNBC, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of discussion

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When a quarrel over an inheritance revives old hostilities, their relationship comes under pressure from greed and treachery in a conflict not of their making.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 14 Oct. 2026
Aly’s quarrel begins with a name; Luna’s arrives at the rank implied by father.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of quarrel

Noun

Essential California asked the bishop about his letter and the church’s role in the immigration debate while checking in with a couple of Catholic scholars who offered their perspectives.

— Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 25 Oct. 2026
This seems like a perfectly reasonable debate/dialogue/deliberation to have without everybody--well, most bodies--running for the exits.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of debate

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But the movement has widened to include workers demanding relief from rising living costs, making the government’s task broader than resolving a dispute over university admissions.

— Thomas Adamson, Los Angeles Times, 27 Oct. 2026
Debt, the deficit and high interest rates limit the government’s ability to increase spending and foreshadow disputes over how to fund campaign promises without jeopardizing social programs.

— Alessandra Freitas, CNN Money, 26 Oct. 2026

Definition of dispute

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The European Commission opened a public consultation on circular VAT in September of this year.

— Cleo Levin, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2026
Experts who are part of consultations expect the new policy to lay down clear and consistent rules, which will also help the industry overcome challenges around land acquisition and simplify a fragmented approval process.

— Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of consultation

Noun

Several callers reported that multiple individuals were involved in the altercation as well as a possible weapon.

— Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Oct. 2026
The police chief told reporters the shooting likely stemmed from an altercation between two to three individuals and that the department’s Violent Crimes Unit would lead the ongoing investigation.

— Karina Tsui, CNN Money, 25 Oct. 2026

Definition of altercation

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Danielle Friedman does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

— Danielle Friedman, The Conversation, 8 Oct. 2026
Expect more brands to pair products with questionnaires, telehealth consults or at-home test kits.

— Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of consult

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South Korean officials have said North Korea's recent border activities have highlighted the Koreas' disagreement over exactly where the military demarcation line lies.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 24 Oct. 2026
Both blame each other for the fiery fights, with Lago saying that disagreements between commissioners used to be more civil before Castro and Commissioner Ariel Fernandez were elected in 2023.

— Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 23 Oct. 2026

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