moots

verb

present tense third-person singular of moot
1
as in introduces
to present or bring forward for discussion conservatives had shouted down the proposal when it was first mooted

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2
as in discusses
to talk about (an issue) usually from various points of view and for the purpose of arriving at a decision or opinion the issue of whether a person's nature or upbringing is more important continues to be mooted by experts and laymen alike

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  1. introduces
  2. discusses
  3. raises
  4. debates
  5. suggests
  6. argues
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  • Yet the transition also introduces new challenges involving data quality, cybersecurity, algorithmic accountability, and adaptive criminal behavior.
    — IEEE Spectrum, IEEE Spectrum, 16 July 2026
  • The new festival also introduces the Proper Beach Club, a beachfront hospitality experience designed in partnership with Proper Hotels, featuring a premiere lounge designed by Kelly Wearstler Studio.
    — Jaeden Pinder, Rolling Stone, 16 July 2026
Definition of introduces
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  • On the track, Jay discusses Beyoncé’s previous miscarriages and his excitement about being a dad.
    — Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 13 July 2026
  • Click Here to listen] Ford discusses the challenges facing the non-profit sector in Arkansas and how the foundation helps non-profits accomplish their missions.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 10 July 2026
Definition of discusses
Verb
  • Analysts said the persistence of such underlying weakness also raises the question of whether Chinese officials will turn to more fiscal stimulus to try and boost domestic spending.
    — Stephanie Yang, CNN Money, 15 July 2026
  • Diaz's go-to no-gear routine is one minute of squats, one minute of high knees, and one minute of calf raises.
    — Angela Haupt, Time, 14 July 2026
Definition of raises
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  • While Washington debates another extension, its rivals are designing the next generation of commercial ties with Africa.
    — Daniele Nyirandutiye, semafor.com, 6 July 2026
  • While the country debates its own past, Stan Franklin was at the memorial thinking about its future.
    — Chris Kenning, USA Today, 2 July 2026
Definition of debates
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  • Her handmaiden points out that a sword contradicts her message of peace and suggests instead a chain.
    — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 6 July 2026
  • If Congress does nothing, research suggests, retirees will see a 28% cut in monthly benefits.
    — Fernando Cervantes Jr, USA Today, 6 July 2026
Definition of suggests
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  • However, Chad Nelsen, CEO of the Surfrider Foundation, argues that California’s beach access laws and tradition are well established and should have come as no surprise to someone capable of purchasing 53 acres of prime shoreline.
    — Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 16 July 2026
  • Trump has been pushing Republicans to pass the SAVE America Act, but Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) argues that the GOP doesn’t have the 60 votes needed to pass the legislation.
    — Sydney Topf, The Washington Examiner, 16 July 2026
Definition of argues
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“Moots.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/moots. Accessed 18 Jul. 2026.

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