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At loggerheads
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01 / UNDERSTAND
Meaning in plain English
In strong disagreement or argument.
02 / SEE IT IN CONTEXT
The expression in a sentence
- The organisers were at loggerheads over the festival date.
03 / CHECK YOUR UNDERSTANDING
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The organisers were ________ over the festival date.
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At loggerheads — In strong disagreement or argument.
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In strong disagreement or argument.
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When to use it
Use it when two people or groups cannot agree on an important issue. It suits conversation and general or workplace writing.
More examples in context
- I do not want to be at loggerheads with my neighbour about the fence.
- The two departments remained at loggerheads despite several meetings.
Usage note
Use with for the other person and over or about for the issue. Keep loggerheads plural.
A short conversation
A: Have the clubs agreed on how to share the hall?
B: Not yet. They are at loggerheads over the weekend bookings.
A: A clear booking policy might help.
One more practice question
Which pair is at loggerheads?
A. Two groups comfortably agreeing on every part of a decision.
B. Two groups strongly disagreeing about a decision.
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B. The expression describes strong disagreement.
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