squabbled

[skwäbəld]

squabbled Definition

  • 1to argue noisily over a trivial matter
  • 2to engage in a minor quarrel

Using squabbled: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "squabbled" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The children squabbled over the toy.

  • Example

    The siblings squabbled over who would get the last slice of pizza.

  • Example

    The politicians squabbled over the budget allocation.

squabbled Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for squabbled

Phrases with squabbled

  • to argue or dispute over something

    Example

    The two countries have been squabbling over the border for years.

  • a minor argument over something trivial

    Example

    Their petty squabble over the remote control turned into a full-blown fight.

  • a dispute or struggle for control or authority

    Example

    The members of the board were squabbling for power after the CEO resigned.

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Summary: squabbled in Brief

'Squabbled' [skwäbəld] means to argue noisily over a trivial matter or engage in a minor quarrel. It is often used to describe disputes between siblings, children, or politicians. The phrase 'squabble over' is commonly used to describe arguments or disputes over something, while 'petty squabble' refers to a minor argument over something trivial.