spat

Example Sentences

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Cooperation was halted in 2008 amid a diplomatic spat, however recently elected center-right President Rodrigo Paz has sought closer ties with the United States.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

The spat is emerging as a source of frustration in Congo, which already holds a historic grudge with its old colonial ruler.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 28, 2026

The information spat at us is “wrapped in convincing AI language,” Naaman said, and the advantages of the technology are evident.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 14, 2026

Greene broke with Trump last year in a furious spat that ended with her resignation.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

Fred spat out the last bit of pea leaf and crawled into the wagon for a wild ride down the hill.

From "Nim’s Island" by Wendy Orr