Examples:

• This is not easy, but it is not a war of words either.
• I don't want to get caught up in a war of words with you.
• This has sparked a war of words between the two superpowers of this.
• The resounding war of words must not be accepted with complacency.
• He and the governor have engaged in a very public war of words recently.
• We are not trying to abstract issues or win a war of words.
• Opportunities to work with the Obama Administration should not be spoilt by a transatlantic war of words.
• I also believe that it is better to have a war of words than to have tensions that are long-lasting.
• Around your world people watch the developments intently as the war of words and threats grow.
• Wage a war of words against your opponent in the classic game of hangman and see who can get the highest score.