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1. A discussion in which reasons are advanced for and against some proposition or proposal: A debate may be an organized event, an informal discussion between two or more people, or a general discussion that involves several people.
If something is a matter of debate, or is open to debates, then it means that people have different ideas and opinions about the subject.
Rebecca's and Keith's quiet discussion about politics quickly turned into a heated debate.
2. Etymology: from French debattre; originally, "to fight"; from de-, "down, completely" + batre, "to beat".debate (verb), debates; debated; debating
1. To talk about something at length and in detail; especially, as part of a formal exchange of opinions: The candidate for President of the U.S. was debating with his challenger in front of a TV audience.
2. To ponder, or to think, about something carefully: The accuracy of Dr. Clegg's opinion was debated by his colleagues.
2. To ponder, or to think, about something carefully: The accuracy of Dr. Clegg's opinion was debated by his colleagues.
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Cameron defends stiff sentences for rioters, honing debate on message of deterrence
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"Mr. Cameron said the four days of arson, riot and looting in London and major cities was 'absolutely appalling' and the criminal justice system should be sending 'a very clear message that it's wrong and won't be tolerated.' "
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