bicker -
To argue about things that are petty and unimportant.
Kelly and Joe recognized that the first rule of marriage is to save your arguments for the important issues, and not to bicker over unimportant things.
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Chastise -
To scold or criticize someone severely for doing something wrong.
He was chastised by his coach for not following the game plan.
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gruff -
An impatient, rude, and unfriendly way of speaking
When Professor Barkley's students visited him at his house on his birthday, they could see that behind his usual gruff exterior was a kind and gentle man.
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heckle -
Interrupt (a public speaker) with derisive or aggressive comments or abuse
When the woman heckled the comedian, he stopped his routine to insult her so cleverly, that she regretted starting up with him.
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pry -
Inquire too closely into a person's private affairs
Sally hated how her little sister would always pry into her personal business.
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snide -
Making derogatory or mocking comments about someone in an indirect way
Molly had a bad habit of making snide and sarcastic comments about people she didn't like.
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scowl -
Frown in an angry or bad-tempered way
Sam scowled at his boss when he was told he was being fired, but he had enough self control not to be physical.
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Nuisance -
A person, thing, or situation that causes annoyance or inconvenience.
It’s such a nuisance when the internet cuts out during a video call.
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rebuff -
Reject (someone or something) in an abrupt or ungracious manner
Merrick angrily rebuffed the salesman before he could even make his pitch.
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grudgingly -
In a reluctant or resentful manner
Nelson didn't want to be rude, so he grudgingly accepted the piece of junk mail.
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adversary -
An enemy or opponent
Batman and the Joker were adversaries of each other, and it was interesting to follow how each tried to use strategy to outsmart each other.
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leer -
Look or gaze in an unpleasant, malicious, or lascivious way
Francesca felt very uncomfortable as the strange man leered at her for what seemed like an eternity.
