(idea) by Lectrice Tue Mar 26 2002 at 8:36:11

common euphemism, normally meaning argument or even fight or quarrel.

Grown-ups, in particular parents don't fight or argue - they have discussions, at least if it's a child asking. If pots and pans are flying and china is breaking, they might go so far as to call it a heated discussion.
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