Debate meaning in English

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Definition

a debate: a discussion, an argument, a talk, a conversation noun
We're holding a debate tonight between the two presidential candidates, so that the voters can hear their policy ideas.
The decision is still being debated, but we hope to reach a conclusion before sunrise.
to debate: to discuss, to question, to dispute, to consider verb
I am not debating whether he is a good person or not: I know that he is!
a debater: a person who is skilled in arguing for a cause publicly noun

Examples

  • "I'm Brent Vanderplop and today we'll try to answer a question that scientists have debated for ages: what is the difference between New Zealand and Australia?"
  • "I want to congratulate you both for your spirited comments and exhaustive research throughout this debate."
  • "RUNOFF DEBATE FOR PRESIDENCY OF EUROPE"
  • "We had been debating the pros and cons of exploiting inexpensive but possibly illegal labor, versus taking the "high road" and using only suppliers with a proven record on human rights working standards."
  • "There is another side to this debate which is not nearly so straightforward."
  • "After much internal debate, I have decided that the birthday cake shall be coconut."
  • "Krazy Gideon, celebrity insane person, will moderate the debate."
  • "To recap the topic of our discussion: we are going to continue our debate regarding the Delavigne Corporation's policy on outsourcing."
  • "Brian : So, our topic of discussion is the new anti-piracy laws which are being debated in Europe."
  • "Brian : Great way to launch the debate Jean."
  • "So we need to open up the debate."
  • "Anyhow, I think it's safe to say that I won that debate decisively."
  • "Accomplished debater and public speaker"
  • "I will be moderating the debate in a crazy, yet neutral manner."
  • "Krazy Gideon : Hello and welcome to big debate on future of Europe!"
  • "It's called "Point-Counterpoint", and today's debate is about sports."
  • "Brent : Enriqué, are you ready for today's debate?"
  • "Brent : Well Moira, I suppose that there's no easy answer here, and that the debate will continue until scientists can prove whether eggs are bad for us and then instruct us not to eat them. Just out of curiosity Moira, how many eggs do you eat per week?"
  • "I can't handle any more debates about European agricultural policy, especially over the phone."
  • "Bruno and his brother Felix are having a civilized debate"

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