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debates

/dɪˈbeɪts/ /dəˈbeɪts/

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noun

An argument, or discussion, usually in an ordered or formal setting, often with more than two people, generally ending with a vote or other decision.

Examples :

"After a four-hour debate, the committee voted to table the motion."

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An informal and spirited but generally civil discussion of opposing views.

Examples :

"The debate over the age of the universe is thousands of years old."

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Discussion of opposing views.

Examples :

"There has been considerable debate concerning exactly how to format these articles."

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(frequently in the French form débat) A type of literary composition, taking the form of a discussion or disputation, commonly found in the vernacular medieval poetry of many European countries, as well as in medieval Latin.

Examples :

"The scholar specialized in medieval literature, focusing on the debates between personified virtues and vices found in 14th-century French poetry. "

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noun

Strife, discord.

Examples :

"The constant debates about chores caused tension in the family. "

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verb

To participate in a debate; to dispute, argue, especially in a public arena.

Examples :

""Debate me, coward!" snarled the completely normal intellectual."

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verb

Examples :

"The siblings often debates over which TV show to watch. "

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To engage in combat for; to strive for.

Examples :

"The students' teams debates fiercely for the top prize in the science fair. "

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To consider (to oneself), to think over, to attempt to decide

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"She debates whether to go to the party or stay home and study. "

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