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Meanings of debate in English
Portuguese
debate The formal presentation of a stated proposition and the opposition to it (usually followed by a vote)
Usage of debate in English
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The possible effect on human health is a problem of current debate.
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Government sources said the debate would continue into next week if necessary.
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However, foreign aid is an extremely important debate that needs wider discussion.
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One Liberal Democrat said: This whole debate started over a year ago.
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Lucas said he would press for House debate as soon as possible.
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Sea level rise has become mired in the debate over climate change.
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De Bruijn said the heated nature of the debate was encouraging violence.
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I'm not sure this is a particularly good standard for public debate.
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The question of cost is never far away from the food debate.
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The constitution, however, is not the right place to debate these matters.
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He said the move threatened freedom of speech, belief and open debate.
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In no way do these actions constitute a 'vigorous debate', said Cantor.
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All debate on the Aboriginal question this year leads to Cathy Freeman.
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The Irish Times debate: Should an EU treaty contain a social dimension?
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It's so complicated, the debate will likely continue for years to come.
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Indeed, the new prime minister has personally chosen to lead the debate.
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Debate through the time
Debate across language varieties
Ireland
Common
New Zealand
Common
Australia
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