sparring

Example Sentences

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The book club enjoys sparring over polarizing books, but the point is always friendship.

From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026

Still, the archbishop is hopeful that the sparring will blow over.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

He has spent much of that time sparring with contractors over progress ramping up output and how they’re investing their money.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

After all that verbal sparring, promoter Frank Warren restored a little order.

From BBC • Feb. 25, 2026

“Donte needs sparring partners. With your height, you’d be perfect.”

From "Black Brother, Black Brother" by Jewell Parker Rhodes