dispute

//dɪˈspjuːt//
B2Frequency Level 8Formal
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Noun

disputeSingular
disputesPlural
1

A disagreement or argument between two or more parties about something.

The two neighbors had a dispute about the property line.

2

A formal legal or industrial conflict requiring resolution.

The labor dispute was resolved through arbitration.

Verb

disputedPast tense
disputedPast participle
disputingPresent participle
disputesThird-person singular
1

To argue about something; to disagree or debate.

The two sides disputed the terms of the contract for hours.

2

To question the truth or validity of something; to challenge.

No one can dispute the facts presented in the report.

3

To compete for something; to contest.

Two teams disputed the championship title.

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