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pettifoggery

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.
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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Pettifogger

Some one who tries to confuse others with their speech.
Person 1: Sam is such a pettifogger!
Person 2: No way!
Pettifogger by PandaGirl xox May 30, 2016
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