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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
Phoenix and Tempe agreed to settle their lawsuits disputing what can be developed on the land east of Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.
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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
Diagnosis focus of courtroom debate Roberson’s attorneys are not disputing babies can and do die from being shaken.
—Dakin Andone, CNN, 17 Oct. 2024
The board is on record disputing the VA’s authority to hand off the town center, and its cost, to developers whose expertise and funding sources are primarily focused on housing.
—Doug Smith, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2024
Opposition to Howarth’s Conclusions Howarth’s paper has sparked opposition, with Republicans criticizing the research as flawed and the oil and gas industry disputing its methodology.
—Robert Rapier, Forbes, 15 Oct. 2024
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
Diagnosis focus of courtroom debate Roberson’s attorneys are not disputing babies can and do die from being shaken.
—Dakin Andone, CNN, 17 Oct. 2024
The board is on record disputing the VA’s authority to hand off the town center, and its cost, to developers whose expertise and funding sources are primarily focused on housing.
—Doug Smith, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2024
Opposition to Howarth’s Conclusions Howarth’s paper has sparked opposition, with Republicans criticizing the research as flawed and the oil and gas industry disputing its methodology.
—Robert Rapier, Forbes, 15 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for disputing
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When accusations arise questioning Sara’s intentions to empower the girls, her identity is put in turmoil.Peter Debruge, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
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With Mangione's background in mind, some are questioning whether his frustrations with his own health and the healthcare system may have contributed to the fatal event.Amanda Castro, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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Right out of the gate, the brothers are in a contentious mood, needling each other with elbows and bickering like little siblings.Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 13 Oct. 2024
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On Monday, after Rodgers and former head coach Robert Saleh had spent several months bickering over topics such as unexcused absences and cadence, the irritable quarterback won out again.Rob Reischel, Forbes, 11 Oct. 2024
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And here's Wyden discussing his concerns.Tax Notes Staff, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Joe Rogan, one of the most influential podcasters, even amplified the wild claim by discussing it on a November episode of his show.Benjamin VanHoose, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
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Members of a county rescue team and regional task force joined the Coast Guard in its search for the missing hiker over the weekend, but their efforts were temporarily stalled by challenging weather that grounded the flight crew.Emily Mae Czachor, CBS News, 11 Dec. 2024
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Was there anything particularly challenging about that?Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
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The president-elect says Biden is responsible for the wars in Gaza and Ukraine, arguing that policies under his watch led to Hamas and Russia becoming emboldened.Aamer Madhani and Zeke Miller, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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Nevertheless, Phelps remains resolute in his defense of the playoff format, arguing its fairness and noting its creation was heavily influenced by fan preferences.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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