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PETTIFOG

(verb)

Definitions

There is 1 meaning of the word Pettifog.

Pettifog - as a verb

Argue over petty things

Example: "Let's not quibble over pennies"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bickerbrabblequibblesquabble

Example Sentences

"The lawyer tried to pettifog his opponent by bringing up irrelevant details."
"She constantly pettifogs her coworkers by nitpicking their work."
"He is known to pettifog during debates, using fallacious arguments."
"I hate when people pettifog and refuse to address the main issue."
"The lawyer's attempt to pettifog the witness was unsuccessful."
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Word Game Points

Is PETTIFOG a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, pettifog is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PETTIFOG has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is PETTIFOG a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, pettifog is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PETTIFOG has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is PETTIFOG a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, pettifog is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PETTIFOG has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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