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sibling rivalry

American  
[sib-ling rahy-vuhl-ree] / ˈsɪb lɪŋ ˈraɪ vəl ri /

noun

sibling rivalries plural
  1. mutual competition between siblings; an instance of this.


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This sibling rivalry that you suspect might be playing a role in how you are perceived by others may, in fact, work both ways.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 3, 2025

He also felt a strong “creative chemistry” between them, which has since developed into a close artistic partnership that at times veers into sibling rivalry.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 16, 2025

But her brother couldn't shy away from some friendly sibling rivalry.

From BBC • Aug. 14, 2025

This is the story of a sibling rivalry played out in court that determined the fate of a real estate empire.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 30, 2024

Sahil had told me, in no uncertain terms, that their sibling rivalry was pretty bad.

From "From Twinkle, with Love" by Sandhya Menon

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