shouting match

Definitions

1. 1

   An argument or debate characterized by the loudness or intensity of the participants.

   • On these words being read, a furious storm broke out in the meeting. It degenerated into a mere shouting match, in which Dioscorus and his party came off victors.
   • When an argument and a shouting match ensued, the crowds outside pushed their way into the poll room.
   • Larry gets into a shouting match with fellow golfer Norm because of the slow pace of Norm's play. Norm, who has high blood pressure, dies from a heart attack after the shouting match.

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