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war of words





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The pair were involved in a war of words via the media when Opetaia held the IBF title and Billam-Smith the WBO belt.

From BBC Jun. 6, 2026

Iran and the US have for weeks been engaged in a war of words as they negotiate a deal with mediation efforts led by Pakistan.

From Barron's May 27, 2026

Ukpo and the Los Angeles Police Department got into a bitter war of words over the decision to withhold the autopsy findings from the public last year.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 22, 2026

The war of words intensified after an 8-6 Canada victory.

From The Wall Street Journal Feb. 15, 2026

Needless to say, the reelection became a war of words in the newspapers.

From "An American Plague: The True and Terrifying Story of the Yellow Fever Epidemic of 1793" by Jim Murphy




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