under debate

phrase

: discussed in a manner where people can offer different opinions : being debated
These topics are still under debate.

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Women, too, have declining levels of testosterone, but assessment is even more complex than for men, and benefits of testosterone therapy for women are under debate. Annalisa Merelli, STAT, 16 July 2026 The human evidence of the link between glyphosate and cancer is under debate. Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 2 Mar. 2026 An amnesty bill under debate could free hundreds more political prisoners, but families and rights groups remain skeptical about the government’s commitment. Regina Garcia Cano, Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2026 As marijuana's potential health benefits are under debate, new research has found that THC could have a powerful and positive effect on the brain. Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 4 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for under debate

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“Under debate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/under%20debate. Accessed 22 Jul. 2026.

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