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as in dispute
an often noisy or angry expression of differing opinions
the couple's arguments were often loud enough to be heard all over the neighborhood
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as in explanation
a statement given to explain a belief or act
gave a solid argument for the redeeming value of the shockingly violent movie
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as in discussion
an exchange of views for the purpose of exploring a subject or deciding an issue
the president of the Senate has allotted a week for the argument of the treaty
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as in contention
an idea or opinion that is put forth in a discussion or debate
it's my argument that we have too many problems here on earth to concern ourselves with manned trips to Mars
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Recent Examples of argument
Authorities claim the series of assaults began when Wayne, the 43-year-old owner of Sons of Ink tattoo parlor, was driving his employee to her home in Queens and the two got into an argument, culminating in Wayne kicking her out of the car on the Grand Central Parkway in Queens.
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Samira Asma-Sadeque, People.com, 23 July 2025
Both sides will make their final arguments beginning at 1:30 p.m.
Ridgewood and Jackson-Holbrook Little Leagues make up the other teams to advance to the state final.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 23 July 2025
The complaints about servicers get no argument from Courtney Thompson, executive vice president at CMG Servicing.
—Andrea Riquier, USA Today, 22 July 2025
That request may become even more important to prosecutors if Routh is speaking and making arguments for himself at his trial.
—Aysha Bagchi, USA Today, 12 July 2025
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Samira Asma-Sadeque, People.com, 23 July 2025
Both sides will make their final arguments beginning at 1:30 p.m.
Ridgewood and Jackson-Holbrook Little Leagues make up the other teams to advance to the state final.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 23 July 2025
The complaints about servicers get no argument from Courtney Thompson, executive vice president at CMG Servicing.
—Andrea Riquier, USA Today, 22 July 2025
That request may become even more important to prosecutors if Routh is speaking and making arguments for himself at his trial.
—Aysha Bagchi, USA Today, 12 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for argument
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Threads on the South Park subreddit and social media have lit up with foul-mouthed complaints from international fans, most of them directed at Paramount and David Ellison’s Skydance Media, whose $8 billion buyout of Paramount is at the heart of the South Park dispute.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
14 July 2025
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But there are still some sour grapes about the big tactical dispute in February.—
Burgess Everett,
semafor.com,
14 July 2025
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On the other hand, vague explanations or rigid policies may suggest pay inequities, poor planning, or a top-down management structure.—
Kate Wieczorek,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
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Most questions are multiple-choice, but some seek explanations.—
Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
28 July 2025
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After a heated discussion, the council's budget committee, in a 7-2 vote, opted not to give the Art Academy $150,000 from a pool of $1 million that council members want to use to expand the city's fleet of police, fire and public works vehicles.—
Scott Wartman,
The Enquirer,
30 July 2025
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Share your good news, send accountability tips and keep the discussion going on The Arizona Republic's education Facebook page.—
Alexandra Hardle,
AZCentral.com,
30 July 2025
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The right-hander is among the biggest reasons the Padres find themselves in playoff contention.—
Dennis Lin,
New York Times,
26 July 2025
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Gary Knight disputed the contention the arrest was violent.—
Ben Brachfeld,
People.com,
25 July 2025
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Your celestial ruler, Mercury, will also station retrograde in your communication sector (for the win), triggering misunderstandings and unnecessary quarrels with siblings or neighbors.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
8 July 2025
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According to writer and historian Geoffrey C. Ward, Johnson had his quarrels inside and outside the ring.—
Marley Malenfant,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025
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One reason for these softer organic sales could be weaker consumer trends within Procter & Gamble’s main markets.—
Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
25 July 2025
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Part of the reason for their refusal, the OP claims, is that this wasn't the first time they had been asked for the same favor — and had a different outcome.—
Colson Thayer,
People.com,
25 July 2025
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Keegan Bradley: This is not the big captaincy debate.—
Brody Miller,
New York Times,
23 July 2025
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The European Commission’s proposed flat tax on parcels under 150 euros, along with ongoing debates about advertising restrictions, underscored the regulatory tightening.—
Drew Bernstein,
Forbes.com,
22 July 2025
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Phelan batted aside several assertions, saying the measure targets candidates and campaign operatives who would deceive voters with fake images that often look real.—
John C. Moritz,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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There are four myths here, beginning with the assertion that the recession was caused by too much private sector greed and risk-taking and too little government supervision.—
John C. Goodman,
Forbes.com,
27 July 2025
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“Argument.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/argument. Accessed 4 Aug. 2025.
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