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argue

[ahr-gyoo] / ˈɑr gyu /




Usage

What are other ways to say argue? To argue is to present one's reasons for or against a thing: The scientists argued for a safer testing procedure; it may also imply disputing in an angry or excited way: His parents argue all the time. To discuss is to present varied opinions and views: to discuss ways and means. To debate is to interchange formal (usually opposing) arguments, especially on public questions: to debate a proposed amendment.

Example Sentences

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Political experts argue that messages that seem contradictory to a candidate’s background, as well as drowning voters with incessant ads, can be jarring and off-putting to the electorate.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

They argue that lowering the capacity to around 83,000 and cleaning up the concourses has sanitized it.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Some argue a ban would offer young people legal protection against assault, while others said it could criminalise parents.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Skeptics will likely argue you can’t value a cyclical memory-chip company based on the peak of its earnings.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

I shiver, pull my jacket tighter around me, and argue with myself about whether I should ask him what I want to know, but don’t want to know.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam




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