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Collocation

have an argument

verb + article + noun verb + article + noun

Definition

to disagree strongly with someone, often in an angry way

'have an argument' is a common English collocation. to disagree strongly with someone, often in an angry way

Visual cue for have an argument

have + an argument (with + someone) (about/over + something)

“I had an argument with my brother about money.”

Examples

  • They _____ an argument last night.
  • I don't want to _____ an argument with you.
  • She _____ an argument with her friend about politics.
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  • We're _____ an argument right now, so I'll call you later.
  • My parents often _____ arguments over money.
  • He _____ an argument with the waiter and left the restaurant.
  • Try not to _____ an argument in front of the children.
  • If you _____ an argument with your boss, stay calm and speak politely.
  • They _____ an argument over whose turn it was to drive.