Pettifogger
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It refers to engaging in trivial arguments or activities, consuming energy better spent on important matters. Bicker or quibble over trifles or unimportant matters.
Origin: Pettifogger was two separate words: “Pettie Fogger” and “Pettie” was a variant spelling of “petty” and “fogger” may come from the word “fugger” used for hucksters and small-time operator of a shady business.
Origin: Pettifogger was two separate words: “Pettie Fogger” and “Pettie” was a variant spelling of “petty” and “fogger” may come from the word “fugger” used for hucksters and small-time operator of a shady business.
They should spend less time dreaming up new forms of pettifoggery and more time working on real issues.
pettifoggery by Mama Cup March 27, 2019
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