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Which idiomatic expression has the same meaning as a subject of dispute containing the word contention?
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∙ 12y ago
A Bone of Contention.
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What is the synonym for contention?
rivalry, contest, struggle, dispute
What does bone of contention mean?
It means a subject of dispute.
What are synonyms of dispute?
Arguments, misunderstanding, contention, quarrel, fracas, discord...
What is an altercation?
An altercation is a contention in words, a dispute in considerable heat or anger.
What is the figure of speech for bone of contention?
The "bone of contention" is what a fight is all about, as if it were an actual bone that two dogs vie for. Often used for the dispute that ignites a deeper disagreement.
What is the synonym of controversy?
The synonym of controversy is dispute or disagreement.
How do you spell argument?
Argument is the correct spelling (disagreement, dispute, legal contention).
What other 2 word expression means in dispute?
disagreed about, in controversy, under discussion
What is meaning of controversy?
Contention; dispute; debate; discussion; agitation of contrary opinions., Quarrel; strife; cause of variance; difference., A suit in law or equity; a question of right.
What is controversial mean?
Contention; dispute; debate; discussion; agitation of contrary opinions., Quarrel; strife; cause of variance; difference., A suit in law or equity; a question of right.
Is difficult at end is meaning of strive?
To make efforts; to use exertions; to endeavor with earnestness; to labor hard., To struggle in opposition; to be in contention or dispute; to contend; to contest; -- followed by against or with before the person or thing opposed; as, strive against temptation; strive for the truth., To vie; to compete; to be a rival., An effort; a striving., Strife; contention.
What is the inferred meaning of contention?
A violent effort or struggle to obtain, or to resist, something; contest; strife., Strife in words; controversy; altercation; quarrel; dispute; as, a bone of contention., Vehemence of endeavor; eagerness; ardor; zeal., A point maintained in an argument, or a line of argument taken in its support; the subject matter of discussion or strife; a position taken or contended for.
