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as in reasoned
to state (something) as a reason in support of or against something under consideration
argued that a bake sale would make a lot less money than a car wash
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as in bickered
to express different opinions about something often angrily
that couple argues so incessantly it's a miracle they're still together
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as in convinced
to cause (someone) to agree with a belief or course of action by using arguments or earnest requests
argued my boss into letting me telecommute for four days a week
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as in discussed
to talk about (an issue) usually from various points of view and for the purpose of arriving at a decision or opinion
candidates arguing gun control in a nationally televised debate
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as in confirmed
to give evidence or testimony to the truth or factualness of
the security video argues that it was a taller man who entered the building
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Recent Examples of argued
Bland was obsessed with religion, but that did not amount to insanity, the prosecutor argued.
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Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
24 June 2026
During the primary the two contenders agreed on most issues, but Valdez argued throughout the campaign that Reynoso wasn't outspoken enough.
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Phillip M. Bailey,
USA Today,
24 June 2026
Critics argued that higher rates are unsustainable for service-industry employees, noting that inadequate late-night public transit options make driving a necessity rather than a choice.
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Ryan MacAsero,
Mercury News,
24 June 2026
However, Wakeford argued that Harry may have already learned his lesson.
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Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
24 June 2026
Payton and Martin could have escaped without shooting into the crowded street corner, the prosecutor argued.
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Darrell Smith,
Sacbee.com,
24 June 2026
Eiglarsh added that while the suffering of the families was evident throughout the trial, the defense successfully argued that the crash was a tragic accident.
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Nikiya Carrero,
CBS News,
24 June 2026
The Department of Homeland Security has argued that courts are a safe and convenient place to detain people who are in the country illegally.
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Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
24 June 2026
The department official argued that students with disabilities should be supported by an education model agency.
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Arthur Jones Ii,
ABC News,
16 June 2026
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
24 June 2026
During the primary the two contenders agreed on most issues, but Valdez argued throughout the campaign that Reynoso wasn't outspoken enough.
—
Phillip M. Bailey,
USA Today,
24 June 2026
Critics argued that higher rates are unsustainable for service-industry employees, noting that inadequate late-night public transit options make driving a necessity rather than a choice.
—
Ryan MacAsero,
Mercury News,
24 June 2026
However, Wakeford argued that Harry may have already learned his lesson.
—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
24 June 2026
Payton and Martin could have escaped without shooting into the crowded street corner, the prosecutor argued.
—
Darrell Smith,
Sacbee.com,
24 June 2026
Eiglarsh added that while the suffering of the families was evident throughout the trial, the defense successfully argued that the crash was a tragic accident.
—
Nikiya Carrero,
CBS News,
24 June 2026
The Department of Homeland Security has argued that courts are a safe and convenient place to detain people who are in the country illegally.
—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
24 June 2026
The department official argued that students with disabilities should be supported by an education model agency.
—
Arthur Jones Ii,
ABC News,
16 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for argued
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Eventually, the United States reasoned that keeping prisoners of war in the United States would be an efficient use of military resources.
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The wrangler reasoned no horse could land on a pile of rocks without breaking a leg.
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King bickered with fans on social media.
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But Tilly and Gershon playfully bickered onstage as the former remembered things slightly differently, with Tilly saying the problem had more to do with a shot of her hand on Gershon's crotch that was deemed too realistic.
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Not everyone is convinced the project will be beneficial.
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Larys convinced Aegon to ride out the Dance of the Dragons in Essos, but the pair doesn’t make it as far as Duskendale before they’re intercepted by Rhaenyra’s soldiers.
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Violence was also discussed during Tuesday's Stockton City Council meeting as council members considered and approved a new mask ordinance.
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Speaking last week to IndieWire via Zoom, Schnabel discussed the initial reactions from audiences and critics out of Venice and the subsequent journey to find distribution.
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The destroyer commissioned Tuesday, the Choe Hyon, is expected to have anti-ship and land-attack missile capabilities, although neither can be confirmed to date, analysts said.
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The outlet also reported that, for now, no plans for a reunion between the king and his son have been confirmed.
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Patrick contended the camp shouldn't reopen until the flood was fully investigated.
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Administration officials have contended the interim deal is designed to stop hostilities and create a 60-day window for a broader agreement.
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As visitors like Fulkerson settled into folding chairs arranged along the same grassy knoll where John Brown and his followers fought their way into the red-brick armory, Kerwin rose, stepped to the microphone and looked out at the crowd gathered before her.
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While the Civil War was fought far from Pittsburgh's streets, its impact can still be found here today — in the graves of arsenal workers, in the medals of hometown heroes, and in the stories preserved for future generations.
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Seeking eyewitness testimonies, Gordon’s team tracked down Toek Tik, whom the lawyer befriended and ultimately persuaded to talk on the record.
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The administration has persuaded several dozen countries to take in deportees who are not their own citizens, including African countries plagued by armed conflict, civil unrest and political turmoil, like South Sudan and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
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