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 Rather than promote a single diet or program over another, Mountain argues that the key to safe and sustained weight loss isn't avoiding foods, but eating wholesome items that can nourish your body (treats included!). — Zee Krstic, Good Housekeeping, "This Instagram Account Breaks Down Why Dieters Should Stop Cutting Out Entire Food Groups," 6 Jan. 2020 The administration argues Soleimani's organization had been declared terrorists and carried out a number of attacks against U.S. troops in Iraq. — Courtney Subramanian, USA TODAY, "Donald Trump again threatens to target Iranian cultural sites amid mounting tensions over Qasem Soleimani killing," 5 Jan. 2020 Lind argues America's interest in the region is only about protecting the oil reserves. — Annysa Johnson, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "Anti-war protesters in Milwaukee and nation condemn U.S. action against Iran," 4 Jan. 2020 The administration argues that China’s practices have put American companies at a disadvantage and that tariffs can help level the playing field. — New York Times, "U.S. Manufacturing Slumps as Trade War Damage Lingers," 3 Jan. 2020 Garfield argues that increased political division in America predates President Trump's election. — Grace Segers, CBS News, ""On the Media" host discusses the political influence of identity and social media," 3 Jan. 2020 Conservative historian Walter McDougall [argues] that the central motif of American history is hustling. — Washington Post, "Jay-Z is ‘Robert Frost with a Brooklyn accent,’ a Georgetown professor writes in his new book," 2 Jan. 2020 The fact that Asian powers are on the rise, both geopolitically and culturally, is part of the point, Mr Tasker argues. — The Economist, "Banyan Why Japanese names have flipped," 2 Jan. 2020 The Trump administration argues -- and independent analysts agree -- that China uses the subsidies in an effort to gain an advantage in cutting-edge fields such as driver-less cars, robotics and artificial intelligence. — Arkansas Online, "Trump says he'll sign first-step China trade deal on Jan. 15," 1 Jan. 2020

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“Argue.” The Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster Inc., https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/arguing. Accessed 22 January 2020.

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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