1
as in questioning
to demand proof of the truth or rightness of
a whole slew of relatives eager to dispute his claim to being the sole heir
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as in bickering
to express different opinions about something often angrily
hometown fans disputing with visiting fans over which had the better team
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as in discussing
to talk about (an issue) usually from various points of view and for the purpose of arriving at a decision or opinion
in an extended session the city council disputed the need for a new high school
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Recent Examples of disputing
The union hasn't even gotten to the bargaining table for a first contract — Amazon is still disputing its right to exist.
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Emily Peck, Axios, 19 Dec. 2024
The settlement also requires Epic Games to get positive consent before charging gamers, the FTC said, and banned it from locking players out of their accounts for disputing unauthorized charges.
—John Tufts Eric Lagatta
indianapolis Star, The Indianapolis Star, 13 Dec. 2024
While Naughty Dog and even the initial reveal of this game may be somewhat controversial in 2024, there is no disputing the studio’s history with multiple GOTY winners including its last game, The Last of Us Part 2, being the most-awarded in history.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
Phoenix and Tempe agreed to settle their lawsuits disputing what can be developed on the land east of Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.
—Lorenzino Estrada, The Arizona Republic, 6 Dec. 2024
Wright’s positions focus more on the economic and practical implications of addressing climate change rather than disputing its existence.
—Robert Rapier, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
These scams not only disrupted legitimate claims but also required affected individuals to invest significant time and effort into proving their identities and disputing false filings.
—Lars Daniel, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
Dave founder and Chief Executive Jason Wilk declined to comment, but the company issued a statement disputing the allegations.
—Laurence Darmiento, Los Angeles Times, 6 Nov. 2024
Roberson’s attorneys are not disputing babies can and do die from being shaken.
—Elizabeth Wolfe, CNN, 18 Oct. 2024
Emily Peck, Axios, 19 Dec. 2024
The settlement also requires Epic Games to get positive consent before charging gamers, the FTC said, and banned it from locking players out of their accounts for disputing unauthorized charges.
—John Tufts Eric Lagatta
indianapolis Star, The Indianapolis Star, 13 Dec. 2024
While Naughty Dog and even the initial reveal of this game may be somewhat controversial in 2024, there is no disputing the studio’s history with multiple GOTY winners including its last game, The Last of Us Part 2, being the most-awarded in history.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
Phoenix and Tempe agreed to settle their lawsuits disputing what can be developed on the land east of Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.
—Lorenzino Estrada, The Arizona Republic, 6 Dec. 2024
Wright’s positions focus more on the economic and practical implications of addressing climate change rather than disputing its existence.
—Robert Rapier, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
These scams not only disrupted legitimate claims but also required affected individuals to invest significant time and effort into proving their identities and disputing false filings.
—Lars Daniel, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
Dave founder and Chief Executive Jason Wilk declined to comment, but the company issued a statement disputing the allegations.
—Laurence Darmiento, Los Angeles Times, 6 Nov. 2024
Roberson’s attorneys are not disputing babies can and do die from being shaken.
—Elizabeth Wolfe, CNN, 18 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for disputing
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Despite more positive reports in previous months, concerns remain about the economic outlook, leaving policymakers and businesses questioning whether the downturn in confidence will translate to slower growth in 2024.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
24 Dec. 2024
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Posts may leave us questioning our qualifications, competence, and intelligence.—
Dr. Angélica S. Gutiérrez,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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An alien spaceship has spiked an immensely popular bubblegum with an interdimensional ectoplasm that turns everyone who chews it into zombies, and the only ones who can save humanity are bickering foster brothers Daffy Duck and Porky Pig (both voiced by Eric Bauza).—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
13 Mar. 2025
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Pratt, whose character plays like a cross between Han Solo and Jack Burton, is gifted with a moment or two, bickering with Herman like a married couple and yeeting cars at Sentre headquarters.—
Courtney Howard,
Variety,
7 Mar. 2025
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While discussing his Christmas shopping habits, Rodgers casually dropped the news, explaining that he was stressed about a late-arriving gift for his partner.—
Anna Lazarus Caplan,
People.com,
25 Dec. 2024
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There are scenes where Evan is discussing issues with his high school students—but those scenes primarily center mature controversies and include profanity.—
DeVonne Goode,
Parents,
23 Dec. 2024
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When proposing changes or challenging existing practices, presenting ideas at the right time is essential.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
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And don’t overlook the impact that challenging engineering and construction conditions can have on your calculations.—
Katherine Latham,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
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However, some Democrats, including Massachusetts Representative Seth Moulton, suggested the backlash was overblown, arguing that public opinion is shifting in favor of restrictions on transgender athletes.—
Tommy Tuberville,
Newsweek,
7 Mar. 2025
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The president justified his decision by arguing that all three of the nations were not doing enough to curb the influx of drugs, specifically fentanyl, coming into the United States.—
Filip Timotija,
The Hill,
7 Mar. 2025
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