pettifog

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Verb pettifog has 1 sense

quibble, niggle, pettifog, bicker, squabble, brabble - argue over petty things; "Let's not quibble over pennies"
--₁ is one way to argue, contend, debate, fence

Derived forms: noun pettifogger₂, noun pettifoggery₁
Sample sentences:
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Pettifog

Definition:

verb

1. Engage in petty or dishonest legal practices, especially through the use of quibbling or unscrupulous methods.

2. Argue or raise objections about petty details or unimportant matters.

Sample Sentences:

1. The unscrupulous lawyer was known to pettifog in order to deceive the opposing side.

2. She wasted everyone's time by pettifogging over insignificant details during the meeting.

Synonyms:

Squabble, Cavil, Quibble

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