argue for
Example Sentences
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On Tuesday, rodeo lovers and animal welfare advocates descended on downtown Los Angeles to argue for and against a draft ordinance that would ban the hooved spectacles within the city.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
He can argue for a different measure or a different framework, but the Fed’s job will still be to manage risks around inflation and employment.
From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026
In reality, it’s a cover story people use to dress up views — like advocating teen pregnancy — they can’t argue for directly in public.
From Salon • Apr. 20, 2026
While she did not argue for new exploration, she said many countries were now looking to step up production.
From BBC • Mar. 16, 2026
“I can sure argue against that, but we’ll have to argue for that, too?”
From "The Benefits of Being an Octopus" by Ann Braden
