Stickling

Synonyms of stickling

• arguing
• nitpicking
• quibbling

Antonyms of stickling

• accepting
• agreeing
• conceding

Collocations of stickling

stickling point

Frequency: 70 %

The stickling point of their argument was the issue of trust.

stickling detail

Frequency: 60 %

He was known for his meticulous attention to stickling detail.

stickling issue

Frequency: 50 %

The stickling issue of the debate was the interpretation of the data.

stickling problem

Frequency: 45 %

The stickling problem with the project was the lack of funding.

Idiomatic Expressions for stickling

• Phrase: stickling question
  Meaning: a difficult or contentious question that requires careful consideration
  Usage: The stickling question of whether to raise taxes or cut spending divided the members of the committee.