argue

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ar·gue | \ ˈär-(ˌ)gyü

argued; arguing

Definition of argue

intransitive verb

1 : to give reasons for or against something : reason argue for a new policy

2 : to contend or disagree in words : dispute They're always arguing about money.

transitive verb

1 : to give evidence of : indicate The facts argue his innocence.

2 : to consider the pros and cons of : discuss argue an issue

3 : to prove or try to prove by giving reasons : maintain asking for a chance to argue his case

4 : to persuade by giving reasons : induce couldn't argue her out of going

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discuss, argue, debate mean to discourse about in order to reach conclusions or to convince. discuss implies a sifting of possibilities especially by presenting considerations pro and con. discussed the need for a new highway argue implies the offering of reasons or evidence in support of convictions already held. argued that the project would be too costly debate suggests formal or public argument between opposing parties debated the merits of the amendment ; it may also apply to deliberation with oneself. I'm debating whether I should go

Examples of argue in a Sentence

She argued against the proposed law. The senator argued in favor of lowering taxes. He's always willing to argue for what is right. She argued that the proposed law should be defeated. He argued that it's far too early to make a decision. No one can argue me out of doing this. They started arguing about politics. She would argue with anyone.

Recent Examples on the Web Other users argue the coin is evidence that the virus was man-made by the government. — Chiara Vercellone, USA TODAY, "Fact check: 2020 US quarter raises awareness of Samoan fruit bat, not linked to pandemic," 15 Apr. 2021 However, despite the support, Democrats argue the election provision is a form of voter suppression. — Kerry Picket, Washington Examiner, "Democrats disregard public popularity of voter ID laws," 15 Apr. 2021 Doctors argue that limiting attendance based on vaccine status is premature because many still don't have access to immunizations. — Christopher Snowbeck, Star Tribune, "Vaccine 'passports' stir debate in Minnesota," 10 Apr. 2021 But opponents, including health advisers to the Biden administration, argue that delaying doses is a bad idea. — New York Times, "To Speed Vaccination, Some Call for Delaying Second Shots," 9 Apr. 2021 Many resident watchdog groups argue that enforcement in the long-term care industry is too lax. — jsonline.com, "Garbage bags as PPE. Infected staff on duty. Residents found unresponsive. Wisconsin nursing homes during the pandemic.," 9 Apr. 2021 The gun owners argue the law is an infringement on their Second Amendment right to bear arms, but the lower courts have upheld the rules. — Melissa Quinn, CBS News, "Supreme Court weighs whether to enter gun debate amid calls for stricter limits," 8 Apr. 2021 Progressives argue climate change is a threat to national security. — The Editorial Board, WSJ, "A Trump Tariff Gets Nailed in Court," 6 Apr. 2021 Labor leaders argue that a business model which relies on the exploitation of labor is never sustainable, regardless of legislation. — Nicole Goodkind, Fortune, "Here’s how the PRO Act would impact freelance and gig workers," 31 Mar. 2021

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argue

verb

English Language Learners Definition of argue

: to give reasons for or against something : to say or write things in order to change someone's opinion about what is true, what should be done, etc.

: to cause (someone) to decide to do or not do something by giving reasons

: to disagree or fight by using angry words

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argue

verb

ar·gue | \ ˈär-gyü

argued; arguing