have a tussle

Frequency: 6.55.0 per million words

To engage in a struggle or argument.

tussleVERB + TUSSLE

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Examples (10)

  • Anna and her conscience had a little tussle.
  • The two children had a playful tussle over the toy.
  • They often have a verbal tussle about household chores.
  • The rivals are expected to have a tough tussle for the top spot.
  • After weeks of negotiation, the parties had a final legal tussle.
  • He might have a serious tussle with the authorities regarding his permit.
  • The team will have a fierce tussle against their opponents in the championship.
  • My dog and the neighbor's cat always have a brief tussle when they meet.
  • We sometimes have a friendly tussle over who gets to choose the music.
  • The government and the opposition are currently having a political tussle over the new policy.