spat
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Berlin will no longer pursue building and ordering the aircraft after failing to resolve a spat between Airbus and Dassault over which should take the lead on its development, a senior German government official said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
When questioned about the spat with White, Clark became defensive and essentially blamed the media.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 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
President Trump, who has had friendly meetings with Mamdani, has now weighed in on his spat with Griffin.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026
Christopher flinched as they approached: the water that rimmed it was angry and choppy, and waves spat seawater furiously into the air.
From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell
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