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February 5, 2026

bicker

/ˈbɪkə/verb

To argue about small, unimportant things, usually again and again.

Example sentences

  • “My brothers bicker about who gets the front seat.”
  • “The couple bickered over the TV remote all evening.”
  • “Stop bickering and help me clean the kitchen.”

Often with 'about' or 'over'. It sounds less serious than 'argue' or 'fight', and is common for siblings and couples.

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