wrangling
UK: ˈræŋɡlɪŋ | US: ˈræŋɡlɪŋ
n. a long and complicated dispute or argument
vi. the act of arguing noisily or angrily
The word "wrangling" originates from the Low German wrangeln, meaning "to dispute" or "to struggle." The root wrang- is related to the Old English wringan ("to twist, wrestle"), reflecting the physical and verbal struggle inherent in arguments. The suffix -ing turns the verb into a noun or present participle, emphasizing the ongoing nature of the conflict. Over time, "wrangling" evolved to specifically describe noisy, contentious debates, often in legal or political contexts.
The committee spent hours in wrangling over the budget details.
Political wrangling delayed the passage of the new law.
Their constant wrangling made the meeting unbearable.
The siblings were wrangling about who would get the larger room.
After much wrangling, the two companies finally reached a compromise.