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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
Adnan often finds himself at the center of the theatrics — from arguing with Brian about ego to suggesting Veah is an untrustworthy partner after Sunny accused her of cheating.
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Abigail Adams, People.com, 6 Jan. 2025
In late 2022, Festa led an effort with other towers and the towing association to get the DMV to increase towing rates, arguing at a DMV hearing that expenses on everything from truck insurance to workers’ compensation had gone up.
—Dave Altimari, ProPublica, 5 Jan. 2025
Prosecutors resisted that request, arguing Tatum could end up face-to-face with officers he's accused of attacking.
—Bart Jansen, USA TODAY, 5 Jan. 2025
The 49ers were outraged, arguing that the receiver — well known for getting under his opponent’s skin — never threw a punch.
—Matt Barrows, The Athletic, 5 Jan. 2025
Bowman’s lawyers asked the state Supreme Court to delay his execution to allow a hearing on his last-ditch appeal arguing that his trial lawyer was not prepared and had too much sympathy for the white victim and not his black client.
—Landon Mion, Fox News, 5 Jan. 2025
Bri and the kids stand before the stones, arguing about a baby doll that needs to be left behind.
—Lincee Ray, EW.com, 4 Jan. 2025
Elaine and Simon were arguing about Woolf and Forster.
—Brandon Taylor, The Atlantic, 4 Jan. 2025
The plaintiffs seek damages, restitution, and penalties, arguing that the defendants' actions resulted in fraud and unjust enrichment.
—Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
Abigail Adams, People.com, 6 Jan. 2025
In late 2022, Festa led an effort with other towers and the towing association to get the DMV to increase towing rates, arguing at a DMV hearing that expenses on everything from truck insurance to workers’ compensation had gone up.
—Dave Altimari, ProPublica, 5 Jan. 2025
Prosecutors resisted that request, arguing Tatum could end up face-to-face with officers he's accused of attacking.
—Bart Jansen, USA TODAY, 5 Jan. 2025
The 49ers were outraged, arguing that the receiver — well known for getting under his opponent’s skin — never threw a punch.
—Matt Barrows, The Athletic, 5 Jan. 2025
Bowman’s lawyers asked the state Supreme Court to delay his execution to allow a hearing on his last-ditch appeal arguing that his trial lawyer was not prepared and had too much sympathy for the white victim and not his black client.
—Landon Mion, Fox News, 5 Jan. 2025
Bri and the kids stand before the stones, arguing about a baby doll that needs to be left behind.
—Lincee Ray, EW.com, 4 Jan. 2025
Elaine and Simon were arguing about Woolf and Forster.
—Brandon Taylor, The Atlantic, 4 Jan. 2025
The plaintiffs seek damages, restitution, and penalties, arguing that the defendants' actions resulted in fraud and unjust enrichment.
—Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for arguing
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The sellers are Lydia (Lisa Kudrow) and Paul (Ray Romano), bickering empty nesters saddled with financial woes and a dark secret.Kelly Lawler, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
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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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Rivers insisted Monday that there are different ways of convincing a team its record is not reflective of its abilities.Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024
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In their calculation, their chances of reversing vaccine injury with unsupported, experimental treatments are better than convincing policy makers to care for disabled people.Catherine Tan, TIME, 20 Dec. 2024
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While discussing his Christmas shopping habits, Rodgers casually dropped the news, explaining that he was stressed about a late-arriving gift for his partner.Anna Lazarus Caplan, People.com, 25 Dec. 2024
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In the alleged message, Nathan weighs the power of Lively’s fanbase while discussing a potential social media plan that would help suppress negative content about Baldoni and amplify negative content about Lively, according to the complaint.Rachel DeSantis, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
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Aldis made the announcement ahead of the show, confirming the adjustment to tonight's match lineup.Dan Perry, Newsweek, 4 Jan. 2025
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The team released a statement on Thursday confirming that Matthew Tenedorio, a member of the arena’s ASM Global video production team, was one of the people killed in the attack.William Guillory, The Athletic, 4 Jan. 2025
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The path is similar this time around, and Tampa Bay is coming off a resounding 40-17 victory over the playoff-contending Los Angeles Chargers.Associated Pess, Orlando Sentinel, 22 Dec. 2024
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Against this backdrop, the remainder of López's contract could be appealing to a contending team.Newsweek, Newsweek, 22 Dec. 2024
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So instead of scientific breakthroughs, this campaign has relied on persuading millions of people to change basic behaviors.Sam Mednick, Chicago Tribune, 30 Dec. 2024
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Baldwin staged the play in Istanbul, recruiting Cherry to compose music for it and persuading male actors to take up drag.Doreen St. Félix, The New Yorker, 28 Dec. 2024
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Getting a transcript from the IRS is a useful way to double check your information, and verifying how much you were actually paid by whoever issued you the form is important too.Robert W. Wood, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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The easiest way to find out if your local Planet Fitness will be open is by searching for your location and verifying the hours posted here.Amaris Encinas, USA TODAY, 30 Dec. 2024
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More than 1,500 people tied to the attack have been charged with crimes, with more than 1,000 pleading guilty to either felonies or misdemeanors, according to the Justice Department.Sudiksha Kochi, USA TODAY, 8 Jan. 2025
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After pleading guilty to kidnapping and ultimately being convicted of rape and several other charges, Muller was sentenced in 2017 to 40 years in federal prison, then in 2022 to 31 years in California state prison, to be served concurrently.Ishani Desai, Sacramento Bee, 8 Jan. 2025
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“Arguing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/arguing. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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