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as in argument
an idea or opinion that is put forth in a discussion or debate
put forth the thesis that the electronic media's coverage of politics trivializes the workings of our democracy
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as in hypothesis
an idea that is the starting point for making a case or conducting an investigation
it is not clear how the arguments you make actually support your thesis
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Recent Examples of thesis
Once again, we are reminded of the central thesis of The Franchise: God, who would want to work with any of these people?
Certainly not Adam, whose own ever-present feelings of inadequacy are amplified with the arrival of Kyle.
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Jack King, Vulture, 27 Oct. 2024
But the preeminent critic of the mainstream liberal thesis is inarguably Christopher Rufo, a senior fellow at the institute.
—Yiyun Li, Harper's Magazine, 23 Oct. 2024
Therefore, this value thesis may work better in the near term than over five to 10 years, depending on management’s strategic decisions and execution.
—Gurufocus, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
Einhorn’s investment thesis was based on Peloton boosting EBITDA without growing subscription revenue or raising prices for users.
—Sara Salinas, CNBC, 28 Oct. 2024
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Jack King, Vulture, 27 Oct. 2024
But the preeminent critic of the mainstream liberal thesis is inarguably Christopher Rufo, a senior fellow at the institute.
—Yiyun Li, Harper's Magazine, 23 Oct. 2024
Therefore, this value thesis may work better in the near term than over five to 10 years, depending on management’s strategic decisions and execution.
—Gurufocus, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
Einhorn’s investment thesis was based on Peloton boosting EBITDA without growing subscription revenue or raising prices for users.
—Sara Salinas, CNBC, 28 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thesis
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Meanwhile, the judge also heard arguments about whether Kohberger may pose a danger to others.Erik Ortiz, NBC News, 7 Nov. 2024
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These arguments go around and around, like the hands on a watch.Sophie Furley, Robb Report, 5 Nov. 2024
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The hypothesis has come under serious scrutiny in biomechanical studies, as well as a growing body of medical and legal literature.Kiara Alfonseca, ABC News, 16 Oct. 2024
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Bloodwork results furnish evidence for Elsbeth’s roofie hypothesis; Mac had high levels of a substance called scopolamine in her system.Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 31 Oct. 2024
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Famous for being a site of political contention (ahem, Rosie O’Donnell versus Elisabeth Hasselbeck), the show today saw the five hosts, who all oppose Trump, instead sorrowfully eulogizing democracy.Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 6 Nov. 2024
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Doyle’s web gems continued through the stretch of the season, long after the Rockies were way out of contention.Kyle Newman, The Denver Post, 3 Nov. 2024
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The theory proposes that each generation should be considered a separate social group formed by specific historical events and social and cultural environments.Boris Abaev, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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The theory was popularized by manifestos left by perpetrators in a number of high-profile neo-Nazi and white supremacist terrorist incidents, including the killing of 51 people at two mosques in Christchurch, New Zealand, in 2019.Patrick Smith, NBC News, 5 Nov. 2024
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The Atlantic also published an article making similar assertions.BrieAnna J. Frank, USA TODAY, 5 Nov. 2024
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In fact, that’s an assertion Williams offered himself after Sunday’s loss, still seemingly disappointed that the team as a whole didn’t find closure more quickly after that final-play loss to the Commanders.Dan Wiederer, Chicago Tribune, 4 Nov. 2024
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“Thesis.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thesis. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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