moots

verb

Definition of mootsnext
present tense third-person singular of moot
1
as in introduces
to present or bring forward for discussion conservatives had shouted down the proposal when it was first mooted

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2
as in discusses
to talk about (an issue) usually from various points of view and for the purpose of arriving at a decision or opinion the issue of whether a person's nature or upbringing is more important continues to be mooted by experts and laymen alike

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  1. introduces
  2. discusses
  3. raises
  4. suggests
  5. argues
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  • Sometimes, things just go wrong; the incorrect patch is pushed, or an update introduces new vulnerabilities.
    Stephanie Domas, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
  • The issue arises because the new ERP system introduces best practices for the industry, but some employees resist adapting.
    Claus Jepsen, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
Definition of introduces
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  • This post recaps all the moves made this week, and discusses the potential impact for all parties involved.
    Todd Boss, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • On today’s Hawgs Sports Network Daily Podcast, host Matt Jones discusses Arkansas football with Chip Souza, Razorbacks soccer with ESPN’s Marion Crowder, and Arkansas baseball with pitching coach Matt Hobbs.
    Chip Souza, arkansasonline.com, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of discusses
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  • Having worked for a domestic violence nonprofit, all of this raises red flags.
    R. Eric Thomas, The Denver Post, 16 Nov. 2024
  • Forte's liquidity position raises substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern, with existing cash expected to be insufficient for the next twelve months.
    Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
Definition of raises
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  • When Jonathan suggests that Morrison move into his apartment, Morrison gets cold feet.
    Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Antonelli, whose firm’s brand partners span retail, travel, and entertainment, also suggests joining forces with reputable online influencers.
    Nick Rockel, Fortune, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of suggests
Verb
  • And that’s a problem, former Arizona Coyotes owner Xavier Gutierrez argues, because growing this sector could grow many other parts of our economy.
    Joanna Allhands, The Arizona Republic, 18 Oct. 2024
  • By embracing a holistic approach to climate security — one that includes resilience, mitigation, and international collaboration — Goodman argues that the military can help build a more secure, sustainable and, hopefully, peaceful future for us all.
    Joan Michelson, Forbes, 18 Oct. 2024
Definition of argues
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