He is very ... and he hates to lose.
competetive
surprises other people in a very positive way
remarkable
We (didn't have the same opinion)
didn't see eye to eye
They (realised they were wrong and stopped arguing).
backed down
The children behaved so badly, that I ... and started shouting at them.
lost my temper
She often (starts an argument) with me.
picks a fight
This ... between friends is what made the dispute so bitter.
bad blood
The team was ... so everyone was shocked when they lost the game.
unbeatable
I don't know what all the f... is about.
fuss
My co-workers (formed a group against) me.
ganged up on
You are not supposed to ... what your elders say.
contradict
He was the innocent victim of a drug ... between rival gangs.
turf war
does things you don't expect
unpredictable
Is quiet and serious
thoughtful
refuses to change his/her mind
stubborn
The (basic problem) is that she's a control freak.
underlying issue