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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 Pagan remains wrong, sophisticated argumentation notwithstanding. — Arkansas Online, 25 Sep. 2026 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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Advertisement In many circles, the first mention of climate policy in the EU tends to be a discussion about backtracking.

— Justin Worland, Time, 3 Oct. 2026
More Before lawmakers departed Washington to focus on campaigning ahead of the November elections, AI companies were still in active discussions on Capitol Hill.

— Ashley Gold, semafor.com, 2 Oct. 2026

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To address those inequities, the bill required financial assistance to tribes, protection of tribal uses and more consultation on water projects.

— Andrew Graham, Sacbee.com, 1 Oct. 2026
Every stay is bespoke, but the latter include a one-hour consultation with the resident Ayurvedic doctor in order to prescribe an itinerary comprising daily spa, fitness and rituals.

— Kathryn Romeyn, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Sep. 2026

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Tzachi Zach 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.

— Tzachi Zach, The Conversation, 2 Oct. 2026
Clients looking for a more custom experience can hire Rosenthal for a personal consult, which includes two 30-minute sessions with the designer, a bespoke Dormie kit, two rounds of personalized edits and a customized 3D rendering for $4,000.

— Alexis Benveniste, Architectural Digest, 28 Sep. 2026

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