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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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Campus debate increased in the fall, when Claybaugh released a report noting that about 60% of grades were A’s during the 2024-25 school year, a jump from about 25% in 2005-06.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

The incoming chair, who has spoken out in favor of interest-rate cuts, will inherit a policy debate that the April minutes are expected to show is far from resolved.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

So might the Enhanced Games force more of a debate around anti-doping?

From BBC • May 20, 2026

“When they’re offered shelter, they go inside,” Raman said at the same debate.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

Parker Kingfisher and I were on the same side of the debate that a tribe had the right to authorize the use of their name, like with copyright protections.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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