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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
The settlement stems from a 2022 federal class action suit filed by YouTube TV subscribers who argued that Disney used its control over must-have programming, including content tied to ESPN and Hulu, to influence the broader live streaming market.
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Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
30 June 2026
Blutinger, a Jewish studies professor at Long Beach State University, had argued that Israel was not committing genocide in Gaza and that the protests on university campuses seemed supportive of Hamas.
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Ruben Vives,
Los Angeles Times,
30 June 2026
The prosecutor argued that Styles’ death was more than a confrontation.
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Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacbee.com,
30 June 2026
The parties argued that federal statutes enacted in the 1800s, which set a uniform day for the election for president and Congress, require ballots to be received by the day.
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Melissa Quinn,
CBS News,
29 June 2026
Prosecutors argued that Yang, who had been involved with Gayle, murdered Reuter out of jealousy.
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Clifford Ward,
Chicago Tribune,
29 June 2026
The work was not about identity, as is so often argued, but transcended identity without succumbing to the empty promises of globalization.
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Jonathon Keats,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
The other half argued for Route 66, which celebrates its centennial this year with events along the entire route.
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Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
29 June 2026
Prosecutors argued that Rinsch —- who also owes about $11 million in restitution — should serve five years in prison.
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ABC News,
29 June 2026
Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
30 June 2026
Blutinger, a Jewish studies professor at Long Beach State University, had argued that Israel was not committing genocide in Gaza and that the protests on university campuses seemed supportive of Hamas.
—
Ruben Vives,
Los Angeles Times,
30 June 2026
The prosecutor argued that Styles’ death was more than a confrontation.
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Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacbee.com,
30 June 2026
The parties argued that federal statutes enacted in the 1800s, which set a uniform day for the election for president and Congress, require ballots to be received by the day.
—
Melissa Quinn,
CBS News,
29 June 2026
Prosecutors argued that Yang, who had been involved with Gayle, murdered Reuter out of jealousy.
—
Clifford Ward,
Chicago Tribune,
29 June 2026
The work was not about identity, as is so often argued, but transcended identity without succumbing to the empty promises of globalization.
—
Jonathon Keats,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
The other half argued for Route 66, which celebrates its centennial this year with events along the entire route.
—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
29 June 2026
Prosecutors argued that Rinsch —- who also owes about $11 million in restitution — should serve five years in prison.
—
ABC News,
29 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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Those massive market gains have persuaded stockholders to spend.
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The 26-year-old midfielder was injured for the match in Minsk and reportedly only decided to take the flight as a last-minute decision after being persuaded to do so by his team-mates.
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“Argued.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/argued. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.
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