- present participle of quarrel.
quarreling
Example Sentences
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Written by Mr. Carney and Peter McDonald, who also contributes a funny supporting turn as one of Rick’s band mates, it stumbles into a bog of bitterness, quarreling and unseemly behavior.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 28, 2026
They checked in on each other when they were sick, met each other’s families and spent long hours debating, quarreling and compromising in the fight against global warming.
From Seattle Times ● Jan. 25, 2024
Police said they didn’t know if the girl, who was a DuVal student, was involved with either of the quarreling groups.
From Washington Times ● Sep. 12, 2023
Regardless, it still boils down to two rich guys quarreling and profiting off the public's interest in it a year after the incident that incited it.
From Salon ● Mar. 7, 2023
"Friends," said Varys, "quarreling will not serve us. I beg you both, take heart" "Whose?" asked Tyrion sourly.
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
