debate
noun
a discussion, as of a public question in an assembly, involving opposing viewpoints.
debating
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present participleof debate.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Investors are debating the U.K. drugmaker’s profitability outlook for next year, the analysts say.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 30, 2026
"One of Bevan's strengths was his debating skills and his ability to deconstruct arguments."
From BBC ● Oct. 25, 2026
And Becerra, who’s made himself exceedingly scarce, is stepping up and debating, as he should.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026
Now, Jenner is seemingly once again debating selling the home, with property records revealing that it has once again been swiped off the market, Realtor.com can exclusively reveal.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 29, 2026
While they’re debating the relative merit of different drummers, Tanasia sits down.
From "Sparrow" by Sarah Moon
