takes issue

• disputesClashes over differing positions
• objectsTangible items or protests
• challengesDifficulties requiring effort
• contestsCompetitive events or disputes
• disagreesHolds opposing opinion

quarrels · argues · protests · opposes · criticizes · debates · contends · clashes · confronts · questions · rebuts · refutes · pushes back · calls out · picks apart · bone to pick · grievance · complaint