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Argument vs. Quarrel
Argument
/ˈɑːɡjəmənt/Examples:
These are effective arguments, and the police are silenced."Oh, no arguments, Freddie.The two friends argument became worse and worse.
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Quarrel
/ˈkwɔːrəl/Examples:
After the meeting, they had a quarrel over budget cuts.Sibling quarrels can sometimes be quite intense and loud.They resolved their long-standing quarrel over coffee.
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Ways to tell them apart:
- A quarrel is often emotional and personal, usually involving raised voices and hurt feelings.
- An argument can be more structured and logical, often involving reasoning and debate.
- Quarrels are more likely to occur in informal settings or personal relationships.
- Arguments can be found in more formal settings like academic discussions or legal proceedings.
- Quarrels may not always be based on facts, while arguments generally rely on evidence and logic.
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