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as in questioning
to demand proof of the truth or rightness of
a whole slew of relatives eager to dispute his claim to being the sole heir
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as in bickering
to express different opinions about something often angrily
hometown fans disputing with visiting fans over which had the better team
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as in discussing
to talk about (an issue) usually from various points of view and for the purpose of arriving at a decision or opinion
in an extended session the city council disputed the need for a new high school
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Recent Examples of disputing
Having moved through pretrial conferences, Yamagami is set to admit to murder while disputing parts of the indictment related to violations of the Firearms and Swords Control Act and Ordnance Manufacturing Act, an official at the Nara District Court said.
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Reuters, NBC news, 28 Oct. 2025
Some have signed a petition disputing Merz’s comments.
—Louis Casiano, FOXNews.com, 24 Oct. 2025
Additional uses of geolocation data, the providers say, include proving a bettor is dishonestly disputing credit card charges, revealing sign-up bonus abuse or showing that someone is illegally making proxy wagers across state lines.
—Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 16 Oct. 2025
The report cited disputing coverage figures, though as much as $300 million could be insured — far less than the possible payouts required by OpenAI.
—Rachyl Jones, semafor.com, 10 Oct. 2025
However the Spaniard’s legal team are disputing the amount, claiming the figure is exaggerated.
—Tom Burrows, New York Times, 10 Oct. 2025
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has defended ICE’s actions and released statements disputing Pritzker’s claims.
—Amanda Castro, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Oct. 2025
The White House referred The Hill to press secretary Karoline Leavitt’s response disputing Leo’s stance from last week.
—Max Rego, The Hill, 8 Oct. 2025
Also, January featured an unusual start to the legislative session as House DFL lawmakers refused to convene in the state Capitol while disputing leadership matters with Republicans.
—Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 15 Sep. 2025
Reuters, NBC news, 28 Oct. 2025
Some have signed a petition disputing Merz’s comments.
—Louis Casiano, FOXNews.com, 24 Oct. 2025
Additional uses of geolocation data, the providers say, include proving a bettor is dishonestly disputing credit card charges, revealing sign-up bonus abuse or showing that someone is illegally making proxy wagers across state lines.
—Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 16 Oct. 2025
The report cited disputing coverage figures, though as much as $300 million could be insured — far less than the possible payouts required by OpenAI.
—Rachyl Jones, semafor.com, 10 Oct. 2025
However the Spaniard’s legal team are disputing the amount, claiming the figure is exaggerated.
—Tom Burrows, New York Times, 10 Oct. 2025
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has defended ICE’s actions and released statements disputing Pritzker’s claims.
—Amanda Castro, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Oct. 2025
The White House referred The Hill to press secretary Karoline Leavitt’s response disputing Leo’s stance from last week.
—Max Rego, The Hill, 8 Oct. 2025
Also, January featured an unusual start to the legislative session as House DFL lawmakers refused to convene in the state Capitol while disputing leadership matters with Republicans.
—Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 15 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for disputing
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He was extradited to Pennsylvania for questioning and when he was compelled to testify before a grand jury, Schrader invoked his Fifth Amendment right when asked about Carol Ann Dougherty's murder.—
Phaedra Trethan,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
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As America gathers to watch his trial, Jax must contend with an ambitious new colleague, Bill Sterling (Sikora), and co-workers questioning her worth.—
Armando Tinoco,
Deadline,
6 Nov. 2025
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The prosecutor told jurors that Flores had been bickering with and mocking the man, who was heavily restrained and moving slowly, while escorting him to a courthouse holding cell after the man had a court hearing last August.—
Alex Riggins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Nov. 2025
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Jennifer Aniston’s Alex Levy, Reese Witherspoon’s Bradley Jackson, and the other members of The Morning Show’s newsroom and its network are once again bickering and backstabbing.—
Emma Alpern,
Vulture,
11 Sep. 2025
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Rich Little Brokegirls founder Kimberly Bizu sat down with creator and corporate strategist Jodie Taylor, discussing what women of color navigating corporate spaces and creative careers need to know.—
Essence,
Essence,
7 Nov. 2025
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To uncover others, tribal governments and Indigenous influencers are actively discussing the potential benefits of AI in their communities — as well as the potential risks.—
Matt Alderton,
USA Today,
7 Nov. 2025
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The country's largest opposition party Chadema was banned from contesting the elections and its leader Tundu Lissu is currently on trial on treason charges.—
Kate Bartlett,
NPR,
3 Nov. 2025
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In Florida, biologist Brittney Brown is contesting her termination from the state’s Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.—
Zach Schonfeld,
The Hill,
31 Oct. 2025
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Wolff sued then, arguing that her claims were the latest of several attempts by the Trumps to bury reporting about their history with the disgraced financier.—
Graph Massara,
semafor.com,
6 Nov. 2025
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Several pension funds have come out against the package, arguing that the board of directors is too beholden to Musk, his behavior too reckless lately and the riches offered too much.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
6 Nov. 2025
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At a conference in 1969, when other physicists were debating the very existence of gravitational waves, Weber presented evidence supporting their direct detection.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
7 Nov. 2025
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In this Club Check-in, CNBC's Paulina Likos and Zev Fima break down big tech's massive artificial intelligence spending spree — debating whether these billion-dollar bets will drive long-term cost savings or weigh on near-term returns.—
Paulina Likos,Zev Fima,
CNBC,
7 Nov. 2025
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He was well known for donning a bulletproof vest and for verbally challenging organized crime deeply routed in the state.—
Ellie Cook,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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Making matters murkier, Panama’s own government officials filed a lawsuit challenging Hutchison’s recent contract extension to operate the ports.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
5 Nov. 2025
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Barton gave the jury the impression of a man prepared to go into daily combat on numerous fronts, constantly fighting one battle after another, in service of his principles.—
Greg O'Keeffe,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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The Justice Department under him was not really interested in fighting crime.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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“Disputing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disputing. Accessed 14 Nov. 2025.
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