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as in disputes
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 explanations
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 discussions
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 contentions
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 arguments
The Ninth Circuit heard oral arguments in the federal case May 15.
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Taylor Seely, AZCentral.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Oral arguments are expected to take place in November.
—Erin Doherty, CNBC, 9 Sep. 2025
So are the many other thinkers and analysts—including the journalists Ezra Klein and Derek Thompson, and the government reformer Jennifer Pahlka—who make similar arguments.
—Joshua Rothman, New Yorker, 9 Sep. 2025
The justices will hear arguments in early November.
—Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2025
Although the idea continues to fascinate many, there are some strong arguments to be made against it.
—Ethan Siegel, Big Think, 9 Sep. 2025
The image of the scales of justice depicts the need to balance the evidence and arguments of opposing views fairly and impartially, suggesting a more mechanistic approach to justice that involves calculation and balance.
—Mary Crossan, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
In a case with no known eye witnesses, the pendant became a direct link between Jones and Nathan, one that prosecutors cited in closing arguments to secure a conviction and, later, a death sentence for Jones.
—Dan Horn, The Enquirer, 3 Sep. 2025
Smith, who spoke first during closing arguments, reviewed footage from the bar and outside Vaughan’s apartment.
—Charlotte Observer, 2 Sep. 2025
Taylor Seely, AZCentral.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Oral arguments are expected to take place in November.
—Erin Doherty, CNBC, 9 Sep. 2025
So are the many other thinkers and analysts—including the journalists Ezra Klein and Derek Thompson, and the government reformer Jennifer Pahlka—who make similar arguments.
—Joshua Rothman, New Yorker, 9 Sep. 2025
The justices will hear arguments in early November.
—Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2025
Although the idea continues to fascinate many, there are some strong arguments to be made against it.
—Ethan Siegel, Big Think, 9 Sep. 2025
The image of the scales of justice depicts the need to balance the evidence and arguments of opposing views fairly and impartially, suggesting a more mechanistic approach to justice that involves calculation and balance.
—Mary Crossan, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
In a case with no known eye witnesses, the pendant became a direct link between Jones and Nathan, one that prosecutors cited in closing arguments to secure a conviction and, later, a death sentence for Jones.
—Dan Horn, The Enquirer, 3 Sep. 2025
Smith, who spoke first during closing arguments, reviewed footage from the bar and outside Vaughan’s apartment.
—Charlotte Observer, 2 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for arguments
Noun
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International investment treaty disputes are arbitrated under a third-party institution that employs attorneys who specialize in international law and have no particular ties to either party.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
11 Sep. 2025
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The California Governor’s Office disputes Kominski’s characterization of contractor donations as a vector for political influence.—
Robert Schmad,
The Washington Examiner,
10 Sep. 2025
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Checking the boxes Rings and moons aren't the only potential explanations for blockages seen during occultations.—
Nola Taylor Tillman,
Space.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Other more mundane explanations of disappearances include weather, such as rogue waves, human error and more.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Share discoveries and ask questions in team discussions.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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Israel’s escalating assault on Gaza City came as Rubio arrived in the country for discussions about the war and the hostages.—
Tim Lister,
CNN Money,
14 Sep. 2025
Noun
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However, the reality is that peace talks between Russia, Ukraine, and the US and Europe are clearly stalled, if at worse dead with many contentions from both sides surrounding security concerns and, importantly, trade sanctions.—
Earl Carr,
Forbes.com,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The September 12 report shared that RBW had actually fired Lee in August, citing declining profitability, management difficulties, and disagreements over new artist direction.—
Jeff Benjamin,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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Its first-ever color feature, In the Shadow of Honor, which was going to be filmed in Indonesia, was canceled due to disagreements between the two countries related to colonial war reparations.—
Michael Taube,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Trump claimed without evidence that McEntarfer had manipulated statistics for political reasons.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
11 Sep. 2025
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Housing is one of the reasons anyone in tech will tell you that the industry is thriving in California largely in spite of regulations, not because of them.—
Reed Albergotti,
semafor.com,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Kirk became a Republican hero for motivating and organizing young conservatives through debates and a podcast that criticized Democrats and the left.—
Melissa Galbraith,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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He was known for making regular appearances on conservative media and hosting debates on college campuses.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
11 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Clem, though, waves off Sandlin’s assertions.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Sep. 2025
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Israeli officials acknowledge there is hunger in parts of Gaza but reject assertions of famine or starvation.—
Nidal al-Mughrabi,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Arguments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/arguments. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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