altercation
noun
a heated or angry dispute; noisy argument or controversy.
altercations
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pluralof altercation.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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"The street has been very quiet over the last two days, we've witnessed a couple of altercations on the road between drivers jumping the lights," he said.
From BBC ● Jun. 3, 2026
As a result, the public has been kept from one of the chief ways it has to hold officers involved in such altercations accountable: their identity.
From Salon ● Feb. 2, 2026
Renee Nicole Good, a mother of a six year old, showed up with her wife and dog to film altercations between officers and community members.
From Slate ● Jan. 8, 2026
“We have received some reports of altercations and are continuing to monitor and work toward a peaceful conclusion to the night.”
From Seattle Times ● May 7, 2024
Plus, I probably would've had less altercations because my brother could've talked me out of some of them.
From "Ghost" by Jason Reynolds
