fray
fray
noun
A situation of intense activity, conflict, or competition.
"She bravely entered the political fray."
verb
To unravel or become worn at the edge, especially of fabric or rope.
"The cuffs of his old jacket began to fray."
Thesaurus
Synonyms: disturbance, affray, ruffle, fret, rub, chafe, scratch, frazzle