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arguing (communication)  

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  • Arguing (also called quarrelling, verbal conflict, and interpersonal conflict) is expressed disagreement. Because arguments can have negative consequences, some people try to avoid them; when arguing, they try to minimize the likelihood that their disagreement will escalate. [Source: Encyclopedia of Human Relationships; Arguing]

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