argue
verb (used without object)
to present reasons for or against a thing.
argued
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past participleof argue.past participle
A verb form used in perfect and passive verb constructions and that can also function as a modifier.
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past tense formof argue.past tense
Used to describe completed actions or previous habitual actions.
argueverb (used without object)to present reasons for or against a thing.
Example Sentences
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Alexander Robbins argued before Seabright that the revised delegation placed Essayli’s authority on the permissible side of the line drawn by the appeals court.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 28, 2026
In contrast, Mitchell argued the national environment would actually help him.
From Slate ● Oct. 28, 2026
The rights watchdog argued that this would help cut pay discrimination, especially against women.
From BBC ● Oct. 28, 2026
Defense lawyers had argued 15 years—the minimum required by law—was sufficient.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 27, 2026
The Russia/England problem had been inspired by Penelope’s homesick mood, but she thought Boris and Constantin might take an interest, as the two boys argued daily over which twin was bigger.
From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood
