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as in reasoning
to state (something) as a reason in support of or against something under consideration
argued that a bake sale would make a lot less money than a car wash
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as in bickering
to express different opinions about something often angrily
that couple argues so incessantly it's a miracle they're still together
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as in convincing
to cause (someone) to agree with a belief or course of action by using arguments or earnest requests
argued my boss into letting me telecommute for four days a week
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as in discussing
to talk about (an issue) usually from various points of view and for the purpose of arriving at a decision or opinion
candidates arguing gun control in a nationally televised debate
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as in confirming
to give evidence or testimony to the truth or factualness of
the security video argues that it was a taller man who entered the building
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Recent Examples of arguing
Nevertheless, Phelps remains resolute in his defense of the playoff format, arguing its fairness and noting its creation was heavily influenced by fan preferences.
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Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
The president-elect says Biden is responsible for the wars in Gaza and Ukraine, arguing that policies under his watch led to Hamas and Russia becoming emboldened.
—Aamer Madhani and Zeke Miller, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
In the past, researchers have pinned culpability on the rapidly warming climate, arguing that Pleistocene beasts were unable to adapt as the world climbed out of an ice age.
—Shi En Kim, Smithsonian Magazine, 10 Dec. 2024
The Institute for Justice is involved in a different lawsuit against Indiana, arguing that private prosecutors shouldn't be able to keep profits from civil forfeitures.
—Ryan Murphy, The Indianapolis Star, 10 Dec. 2024
Attorneys representing inmates on federal death row have submitted clemency petitions asking for Biden to commute their clients' sentences, with some arguing that their clients had received ineffective legal assistance and had trials marred by racial bias.
—Khaleda Rahman, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
There were multiple letters arguing to restrict kids’ phone and social media use.
—Joanna Allhands, The Arizona Republic, 10 Dec. 2024
The main opposition Democratic Party pushed for the special counsel, arguing that public prosecutors—given Yoon's background as a former prosecutor-general—cannot be trusted to carry out an impartial investigation.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
In September of that year, the ACLU of Indiana sued the state on behalf of five anonymous Hoosiers and the group Hoosier Jews for Choice, arguing the ban violates the state's 2015 Religious Freedom Restoration Act, or RFRA.
—Kayla Dwyer, The Indianapolis Star, 10 Dec. 2024
Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
The president-elect says Biden is responsible for the wars in Gaza and Ukraine, arguing that policies under his watch led to Hamas and Russia becoming emboldened.
—Aamer Madhani and Zeke Miller, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
In the past, researchers have pinned culpability on the rapidly warming climate, arguing that Pleistocene beasts were unable to adapt as the world climbed out of an ice age.
—Shi En Kim, Smithsonian Magazine, 10 Dec. 2024
The Institute for Justice is involved in a different lawsuit against Indiana, arguing that private prosecutors shouldn't be able to keep profits from civil forfeitures.
—Ryan Murphy, The Indianapolis Star, 10 Dec. 2024
Attorneys representing inmates on federal death row have submitted clemency petitions asking for Biden to commute their clients' sentences, with some arguing that their clients had received ineffective legal assistance and had trials marred by racial bias.
—Khaleda Rahman, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
There were multiple letters arguing to restrict kids’ phone and social media use.
—Joanna Allhands, The Arizona Republic, 10 Dec. 2024
The main opposition Democratic Party pushed for the special counsel, arguing that public prosecutors—given Yoon's background as a former prosecutor-general—cannot be trusted to carry out an impartial investigation.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
In September of that year, the ACLU of Indiana sued the state on behalf of five anonymous Hoosiers and the group Hoosier Jews for Choice, arguing the ban violates the state's 2015 Religious Freedom Restoration Act, or RFRA.
—Kayla Dwyer, The Indianapolis Star, 10 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for arguing
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Right out of the gate, the brothers are in a contentious mood, needling each other with elbows and bickering like little siblings.Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 13 Oct. 2024
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On Monday, after Rodgers and former head coach Robert Saleh had spent several months bickering over topics such as unexcused absences and cadence, the irritable quarterback won out again.Rob Reischel, Forbes, 11 Oct. 2024
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The singer plays the part of a smitten admirer whose best bet for not going home alone is convincing their crush to spend a little more time in their presence.Stephen Kearse, TIME, 9 Dec. 2024
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The Los Angeles Dodgers won the 2024 World Series in convincing fashion following a dominant playoff run.Jason Fields, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
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And here's Wyden discussing his concerns.Tax Notes Staff, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The puzzle game has rapidly garnered a dedicated global fan base, with players eagerly discussing strategies and sharing their daily results on social media.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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With Microsoft confirming a critical new Windows zero-day vulnerability this week, the fact that Google has confirmed two high-risk security vulnerabilities in the Chrome web browser might appear less of an issue.Davey Winder, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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One of the biggest pieces of professional wrestling news has been Penta El Zero Miedo being removed from All Elite Wrestling's (AEW) roster, seemingly confirming that his contract is up and his time with the company has come to an end.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 8 Dec. 2024
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Their interest points to a possible bidding war between the two American League East rivals, as well as several other contending teams, for the 30-year-old right-hander.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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He was traded to a contending Philadelphia 76ers club led by the All-Stars Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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Data can be an important element for persuading your audience and adding color to your story.George Baker Sr., Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
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Your credibility can be the difference between persuading an audience and losing their trust.John Hall, Forbes, 20 Oct. 2024
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These technologies are being leveraged for many benefits, including automating repetitive tasks, verifying documents, detecting errors, reducing timelines, identifying risk, providing interactive experiences for borrowers and analyzing customer behaviors, among other things.Miriam Moore, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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Instead of verifying each transaction individually, aggregation bundles multiple transactions into a single proof.Ayush Gupta, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
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Whoever chose to pay for such a message is pleading for the Giants owner to make some big changes.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 8 Dec. 2024
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Whatever the case may be, fans are clearly pleading for changes to be made, and time will tell if that happens.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 8 Dec. 2024
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“Arguing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/arguing. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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