Quarreling

/ˈkwɔːrəlɪŋ/ verb, noun

Definition

Arguing or fighting with someone, usually over something small or petty.

Etymology

From Old French 'querelle' from Latin 'querella' meaning 'complaint.' The '-ing' form describes ongoing argument.

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Couples who never quarrel actually have worse relationships than those who argue constructively—research shows that healthy disagreement builds intimacy, while avoiding conflict creates distance and resentment!

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