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quibble
/ˈkwɪbəl/
noun
A pun.
An objection or argument based on an ambiguity of wording or similar trivial circumstance; a minor complaint.
"He harped on his quibble about how the dark red paint should be described as carmine rather than burgundy."
verb
To complain or argue in a trivial or petty manner.
"They are constantly quibbling over insignificant details."
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