This is the 6868th most frequent Dutch word.
aanvaring
Collision or conflict.
In this sentence, 'aanvaring' refers to a physical collision or impact, specifically between ships.
Er was een aanvaring tussen twee schepen op zee.
There was a collision between two ships at sea.
Here, 'aanvaring' metaphorically describes a conflict or disagreement between people during a discussion.
Tijdens het debat ontstond er een aanvaring tussen de sprekers.
During the debate, a clash arose between the speakers.
In this context, 'aanvaring' signifies a personal conflict or altercation, often implying an emotional disagreement.