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war of words

Idiom Conflict

Meaning

an argument or verbal conflict

Example Sentences

"The two politicians engaged in a war of words on TV."

Related Expressions

silver lining

a positive aspect in a bad situation

take it on the chin

to accept a difficult situation without complaining

rack your brains

to think very hard about something

put one's foot in one's mouth

to say something embarrassing or inappropriate

better luck next time

used to encourage someone who has failed

hit a bump in the road

to face a temporary problem or setback