dustup
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of dustup
First recorded in 1895–1900; noun use of verb phrase dust up
Example Sentences
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“Mexico doesn’t replicate European bread because it doesn’t have to,” Edgar Nuñez, a celebrated Mexican chef who studied in France, wrote on X in response to the bolillo dustup.
From Los Angeles Times
The following is an overview of some of the major dustups between the prickly pair:
From Barron's
Fosado told the Journal Sentinel that the dustup didn’t alter his opinion of Brewers fans.
From Salon
The legal dustup comes after a string of controversial wins for the president.
From Los Angeles Times
The dustup arrives as federal immigration raids continue to roil Los Angeles and surrounding communities.
From Los Angeles Times
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