spats

Example Sentences

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The sad saga of a humpback whale stranded a month ago on the German coast has sparked a flood of compassion but also a media frenzy, angry spats, conspiracy theories and death threats.

From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026

While spats have flared up between the two countries in recent decades, fueled by historical animosity, this time it feels different, say analysts.

From BBC • Feb. 16, 2026

There are spats and hugs, frolics and bonding, and not much thrust to the tale.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 16, 2025

When Larry chokes on a crudité at the party, all of those spats are moot.

From Salon • Nov. 27, 2025

“I wish I was his apprentice,” said one of the spats, then grimaced like he had just bitten into a rancid cheese Danish.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman