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argumentation

noun

ˌär-gyə-mən-ˈtā-shən

Definition of argumentation

as in discussion

an exchange of views for the purpose of exploring a subject or deciding an issue the matter is not subject to argumentation; my decision is final

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Recent Examples of argumentation However, this line of argumentation leaves unacknowledged the ways in which professionalization and academic exploration are importantly intertwined, rather than at odds. — Christopher Rim, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026 As befits a logical proof, Gödel’s argumentation was very abstract and high-level. — Manon Bischoff, Scientific American, 26 May 2026 Through memorization, students begin to mimic the best that is in authors, employing their patterns of thought, lines of argumentation, and knowledge in their own thinking and academic work. — Daniel Buck, Washington Post, 7 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for argumentation

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After a discussion, the umpires announced that Schultz would have to exit because of the second mound visit of the inning.

— LaMond Pope, Chicago Tribune, 8 Aug. 2026
The data is now online Suarez placed an item on the July 22 commission agenda calling for discussion of overtime practices in the police and fire departments.

— Aaron Leibowitz, Miami Herald, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of discussion

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And Lakeland City Commissioners pass a one-year moratorium on data center construction as the debate over AI facilities plays out in election campaigns around the state.

— Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Aug. 2026
The debate is further complicated because the state owns the bridge, while the only railroad using it — Providence and Worcester — is a private business serving another private business, RED Technologies, a division of multinational ReWorld.

— Don Stacom, Hartford Courant, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of debate

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The proposal, which is currently out to public consultation, appears to be riling everyone from ordinary pub-goers to residents of 10 Downing Street.

— Lianne Kolirin, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2026
Before the artistic process begins, these dentists tell us, an in-depth consultation needs to happen.

— Elizabeth Gulino, Allure, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of consultation

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Mark Vrtiska does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

— Mark Vrtiska, The Conversation, 30 July 2026
In these cases, Hirsch recommends coming in at least six months in advance for an initial consult and injectable treatments.

— Rio Viera-Newton, Vogue, 23 July 2026

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