argue
Usage
Example Sentences
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It’s possible to argue that this makes the speech a logical nonsense.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 2, 2026
The plaintiffs argue that the order violates Section 1 of the Constitution’s 14th amendment, which says “all persons born or naturalized in the U.S., and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the U.S.”
From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026
But McKenzie has continued to argue after retiring from the military that this isn’t enough.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026
In court filings, county attorneys representing the Sheriff’s Department argue that several of the documents — such as FBI policies and internal procedures and training methods — are “sensitive and restricted.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026
“I need you to believe me just this once and not argue with me.”
From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
