debate
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In November, he convened about 100 senior executives for a three-day workshop in Paris to test that philosophy, opening the floor to debate on the themes set out in his memo.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026
The debate over children's use of social media has intensified in recent months, triggered by increasing evidence of the damaging effect it can have on mental health.
From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026
While claims of this nature are open to debate, tirzepatide generally has been shown to be more effective at promoting weight loss.
From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026
Whether all of that was worth the cost, let alone worth tuning into, is up for debate.
From Salon • Apr. 7, 2026
My heart rate finally elevated slightly above somber territory as we engaged in a heated debate over which came first, the chicken or the egg.
From "Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence" by Sonja Thomas
