cavil

Example Sentences

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They talk a lot about how something must be done about inequality and the need to address social unrest, but cavil at the idea they might be a big part of the problem.

From The Guardian • Feb. 1, 2019

I wished the corn had been grilled rather than boiled, but that’s a cavil since I consumed two of three ears.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 30, 2018

Copyright holders may cavil, but it's just such dedication that can make an old canceled show seem like a new good bet.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 16, 2018

There is much to cavil about along these lines.

From New York Times • Sep. 28, 2016

The committee awarded Livingston his doctorate without cavil.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik