argue
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The head of Brynteg School in Bridgend was one of the few to argue against a ban, even though his school had recently experienced a "really tough time" as a result of "damaging" TikTok posts.
From BBC • May 25, 2026
But, as the plaintiffs argue, there is nothing sweet or kind about the emails Rollins sent out.
From Salon • May 25, 2026
If she made a mistake, they argue, it must have been because outsiders took advantage of her kindness.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026
However, detractors argue it could permanently drive out the state’s top earners—and the critical millions of dollars they pay in taxes annually.
From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026
I put the seed in my pocket and nodded, too exhausted to argue.
From "Rump: The (Fairly) True Story of Rumpelstilskin" by Liesl Shurtliff
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