dispute (something) with (someone)

dispute (something) with (someone)

To argue with someone about something. Why do you feel the need to dispute such a trivial matter with your sister? The team's captain is now disputing the penalty call with the referee. My grandfather disputes every political issue with my dad—their arguing is just the soundtrack to any family gathering.

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dispute something with someone

to argue with someone about something, such as an amount of money. The customer disputed the amount of the check with the waiter. Please don't feel like you have to dispute every bill with the supplier.

See also: dispute

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