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spats

NOUN

dispute, quarrel

Synonyms

STRONGEST

altercation bickering brouhaha difference of opinion disagreement discord falling-out feud flare-up fracas friction misunderstanding run-in squabble strife tiff

STRONG

argument beef conflict dissension embroilment fuss hubbub miff row rumpus words

Antonyms

STRONGEST

agreement concord concurrence harmony peace

STRONG

calm

Example Sentences

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The whale's ordeal has sparked a media frenzy -- with non-stop coverage from TV channels, online outlets and social media influencers -- but has also led to angry spats and conspiracy theories.

From Barron's • May 2, 2026

The tensions are so high that even comments that appear to be jokes can trigger diplomatic spats.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 2026

There have been internal spats, members booted out and an embarrassing leak of an online council meeting.

From BBC • Feb. 4, 2026

There are spats and hugs, frolics and bonding, and not much thrust to the tale.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 16, 2025

“You’ll get a present. I’ll buy you fawn-colored spats this year.”

From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith