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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
Defense attorneys argued during the trial that the defendants planned a peaceful protest and noise demonstration with fireworks to show support for people detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
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Amy McDaniel,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 July 2026
The defense had argued to delay the hearing, saying in court filings this spring the high volume of discovery meant Robinson’s attorneys would be unable to adequately prepare.
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Nicki Brown,
CNN Money,
6 July 2026
Show me the money Critics of the policy have always argued that redirecting per-student funds into education savings accounts reduces resources for districts’ public schools, because funding follows students out of the public school system.
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Kendall Deas,
The Conversation,
6 July 2026
Fitness coach Tom Trotter, writing for Vogue, argued that running strips away the performance of a night out.
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Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
6 July 2026
Our team argued that the rule violated antitrust law and was not bargained.
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Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
6 July 2026
Lamin argued the killing was intentional and carefully planned.
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Tyler Quattrin,
Twin Cities,
6 July 2026
Lawyers for the students argued the justices should get involved because courts across the country are reaching different conclusions about whether laws like Texas’ are constitutional.
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Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
6 July 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
Amy McDaniel,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 July 2026
The defense had argued to delay the hearing, saying in court filings this spring the high volume of discovery meant Robinson’s attorneys would be unable to adequately prepare.
—
Nicki Brown,
CNN Money,
6 July 2026
Show me the money Critics of the policy have always argued that redirecting per-student funds into education savings accounts reduces resources for districts’ public schools, because funding follows students out of the public school system.
—
Kendall Deas,
The Conversation,
6 July 2026
Fitness coach Tom Trotter, writing for Vogue, argued that running strips away the performance of a night out.
—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
6 July 2026
Our team argued that the rule violated antitrust law and was not bargained.
—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
6 July 2026
Lamin argued the killing was intentional and carefully planned.
—
Tyler Quattrin,
Twin Cities,
6 July 2026
Lawyers for the students argued the justices should get involved because courts across the country are reaching different conclusions about whether laws like Texas’ are constitutional.
—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
6 July 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for argued
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With no energy available to warm the planet to these temperatures, the team reasoned that the temperature must be a residual effect of prior warming either from being engulfed by the red giant or during an inward migration.
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Which is try to be reasonable and reasoned, try to apply logic, try to be fair, try not to straw man people on opposing sides of arguments.
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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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While Terenzio believes secrecy is essential for any celebrity wedding, she isn't convinced Madison Square Garden would actually host Swift and Kelce's ceremony.
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Meta was facing a landmark federal antitrust prosecution that Trump, if he could be convinced, might pressure the Justice Department to drop or settle.
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Teng found a menopause specialist from Midi who discussed the risks and benefits of HRT, and recommended vitamins, supplements, diet and lifestyle changes.
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Commissioners also discussed Florida’s Live Local Act, which allows qualifying housing developments to bypass certain local zoning regulations.
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Although the panel date has not been confirmed, the members and the team behind the webcomic will be on it to chat about their upcoming plans.
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Balogun wasn’t around to see the finish though, drawing a straight red card for stomping on the right ankle of Bosnian center back Tarik Muharemovic in the 61st minute, a foul Brazilian referee Raphael Claus confirmed via a video review.
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Consumer Watchdog contended in its lawsuit that the surcharges violated Proposition 103 — the 1988 measure that governs insurer rate hikes — because the proposition does not allow for them.
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Responding to public criticism, Justice Samuel Alito contended that the court isn’t to blame for the rise in shadow docket cases.
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The future king of Britain descends from American patriots who fought against the crown he is destined to inherit, according to a new book tracing Prince William's family tree.
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Both exist in spite of the odds, symbols of perseverance and community — memorials to those who fought to establish a new country and a new state, and who happened to do it in a place that proved particularly untamable.
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School board member Kelly Gonez persuaded her colleagues to begin exploring it in 2019.
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Those massive market gains have persuaded stockholders to spend.
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“Argued.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/argued. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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