Quibble

usgb/ˈkwɪbl/
verb

Argue about little, unimportant things.

Let's not quibble over small details
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Often appears as...

  • quibble over details
  • quibble about costs
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Not Crucial

Use 'quibble' for issues that aren't critical to the main argument or outcome.

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They continued to quibble over who would pay the 10-cent parking charge.
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Negative Tone

'Quibble' often implies petty or unnecessary arguments, and may have a mildly negative connotation.

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The meeting dragged as members quibbled about wording instead of the proposal's merits.
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Conversation Delays

Using 'quibble' indicates minor delays in decisions or actions due to small disagreements.

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The project timeline was extended as the team quibbled over color choices for the logo.
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