noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
verbal battle; heated debate; war of words
Refers to a fierce exchange of arguments, often in political, academic, or formal settings. Can be used as a noun or with する to mean 'engage in a verbal battle'.
与野党の間で激しい論戦が交わされた。
A fierce debate was exchanged between the ruling and opposition parties.
彼
He engaged in a war of words with reporters at the press conference.