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debate

[dih-beyt] / dɪˈbeɪt /




Usage

What are other ways to say debate? To debate is to interchange formal (usually opposing) arguments, especially on public questions: to debate a proposed amendment. To argue is to present one's reasons: 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. 

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Newsom’s proposed budget still faces debate in Sacramento and approval by the state Legislature.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

Peru's right-wing presidential candidate Keiko Fujimori promised on Sunday to crack down on crime, while leftist Roberto Sanchez vowed to tackle the "political mafia," in the final debate before the country's June 7 runoff election.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

Then, a few minutes into the debate, he said “something nonsensical about beating Medicare,” she writes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

It's a battleground that parents everywhere will recognise, and the film comes at a time of wider debate about the potential harms of too much screen time, particularly social media.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

Gradually, the mood in the car gets lively as a debate about ketchup versus mustard takes over the front seat—ketchup is the correct answer, obviously.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller




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