argue for

Frequency: 7.614.5 per million words

to give reasons to support an idea or plan

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Examples (10)

  • The general argued for extending the ceasefire.
  • In her latest paper, she argues for a complete re-evaluation of the historical data.
  • The lawyer will passionately argue for her client's innocence tomorrow.
  • The marketing team is arguing for a larger budget to launch the new product.
  • Activists consistently argue for stricter environmental regulations.
  • He tried to argue for getting a dog, but his parents weren't convinced.
  • If I were on the council, I would argue for more public parks.
  • Despite the opposition, the senator continued to argue for the controversial tax reform.
  • This report argues for a new approach to urban planning.
  • Can you effectively argue for why this investment is a good idea?