logomachy [noun]

Definition of logomachy:

argument about words or the meaning of words

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Sentence/Example of logomachy:

The meeting devolved into a logomachy over the exact meaning of the policy terms.

Their conversation turned into a logomachy that lasted for hours, neither side willing to concede.

The scholars engaged in a logomachy about the proper interpretation of the ancient text.

It was clear that the debate was a mere logomachy, with little practical significance.

The courtroom scene turned into a logomachy as the lawyers argued over the legal definitions.

Their friendship was tested by a logomachy over a trivial misunderstanding.

The academic conference was filled with logomachy, as experts debated minute details.

What started as a friendly discussion quickly escalated into a logomachy.

The committee's progress was stalled by a logomachy on the language of the report.

A logomachy erupted in the comments section over the interpretation of a single word.

The debate was criticized as being nothing more than logomachy, avoiding the real issues.

He enjoyed engaging in logomachy, finding it intellectually stimulating.

Their logomachy drew the attention of everyone in the room, becoming quite heated.

The political debate descended into logomachy, with each side focusing on rhetoric.

The panelists engaged in a logomachy that left the audience confused and frustrated.

A logomachy over grammar rules kept the writers' group arguing late into the night.

Their logomachy seemed petty to outsiders but was of great importance to them.

The philosopher was known for provoking logomachy in his lectures.

A logomachy arose during the discussion about the new project's name.

Despite their logomachy, they respected each other's intelligence and passion.