Meaning of the word wrangling in English

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wrangling

US /ˈræŋ.ɡəl.ɪŋ/

UK /ˈræŋ.ɡəl.ɪŋ/

the action of arguing or disputing, especially in a lengthy or complicated way

Example:

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The legal wrangling over the inheritance lasted for years.

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There was a lot of political wrangling before the bill was passed.

Synonym:

argument dispute quarrel contention altercation

the action of herding or managing livestock, especially cattle or horses

Example:

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The cowboy spent his days wrangling cattle on the ranch.

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Horse wrangling requires skill and patience.

Synonym:

herding managing handling taming

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