debate
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He turned in a strong debate performance this month and has been outpacing his rivals in fundraising, according to the most recent disclosure reports.
From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026
This time last year there was genuine debate about Bruno Fernandes and whether United would be better served accepting a huge offer from Al-Hilal and using the money to reinforce their squad.
From BBC • May 17, 2026
This debate over race mirrors earlier controversies surrounding Halle Bailey starring in “The Little Mermaid” and other diverse casting choices in fantasy and literary adaptations.
From Salon • May 16, 2026
She added: "We need a vision, an open debate of ideas about how we move forward from this moment, with the best field of candidates that our movement has."
From BBC • May 15, 2026
I check out the chalkboards and realize that one has rules for debate.
From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila
Vocabulary lists containing debate
Jim Burke's Academic Vocabulary List
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The Articles of Confederation (1777)
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Speech and Debate
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