debate

Example Sentences

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She includes wisdom from peers—don’t rely on your kids for your social life—and debates whether it’s too late to reupholster chairs, a question she asked her doctor.

From The Wall Street Journal

How much of the lyrics were understood by the Vietnamese at the time is up for debate, although the title and upbeat sound may have contributed to its popularity as a new year’s anthem.

From Salon

The initiative is backed by President Emmanuel Macron, who said earlier this month that parliament should start debating such a proposal in January.

From Barron's

The clamor around metals has stirred debate about potential bubbles forming in gold and silver that could end badly for investors, especially those arriving late to the party.

From MarketWatch

Wildfire risk has complicated the state’s fraught housing debate, often shaped by pro-development “yes in my backyard” advocates and local “not in my backyard” groups that don’t want to see their own neighborhoods radically transformed.

From Los Angeles Times