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Word of the Day Friday, September 17, 2027

altercation

/ˌɔltərˈkeɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does altercation mean?

noun

A noisy or violent quarrel, or a sudden change in a situation or plan.

Example

"The altercation between the two neighbors ended with the police being called."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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