spat
Example Sentences
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The spat led to a legal showdown with the Pentagon -- although the tensions have since thawed somewhat.
From Barron's • May 28, 2026
Elon Musk and Ryanair CEO Michael O’Leary got into a spat in early 2026 over the technology.
From Barron's • May 15, 2026
One of the biggest reasons behind Mourinho's appeal is the current state of the dressing room, highlighted by the spat between Tchouameni and Valverde.
From BBC • May 12, 2026
The timing so close to Kimmel’s latest spat with the administration is “coincidental,” said a person familiar with the FCC’s plans.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026
He tipped some red ochre onto his palm, and spat on it.
From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver
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