A headline in Reuters today stated that "Greek Parties Bicker As Europe Demands Clarity." Great--but what's "bicker?"
It's a kind of argument that's not based on reason, but on small, personal grievances. To put it simply, it's the kind of argument young children have. Therefore, the headline suggests that the Greek politicians are not acting as statesmen, but as kids.
It comes from Middle English, from a verb meaning "to attack." Need I say more?
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