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squabbling

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Squabbling (noun) means Petty arguing or bickering. Example: “The constant squabbling between the two departments slowed the project down.”

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Petty arguing or bickering.
"The constant squabbling between the two departments slowed the project down."

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In plain EnglishOngoing petty arguing or bickering.

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What does “squabbling” mean?
The word “squabbling” means petty arguing or bickering. In plain terms, ongoing petty arguing or bickering.
How do you use “squabbling” in a sentence?
Here is “squabbling” used in a sentence: “The constant squabbling between the two departments slowed the project down.”
What part of speech is “squabbling”?
“Squabbling” is a noun.
What is the meaning of squabbling?
"squabbling" (noun) means petty arguing or bickering.