The best replacement for arguing is fighting.

The best alternatives to arguing are rated as following:
★★★★★  fighting
★★  debating
★★  argueing
★  complaining
★  bickering
★  argument
★  verbal abuse
  debate

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Speaking about arguing, one probably shouldn't forget about your spouse.

Other search terms related to arguing and their ratings are:
★★★★★ your spouse
★★ your boyfriend
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