debate; discussão
1. (noun) A formal discussion or argument about a topic, typically between two or more people with opposing views
The presidential debate was watched by millions of viewers.
O debate presidencial foi assistido por milhões de telespectadores.
2. (noun) A prolonged discussion or argument
There is ongoing debate about climate change.
Há um debate contínuo sobre as mudanças climáticas.
3. (verb) To engage in a formal discussion or argument about something
The politicians will debate the new tax policy tomorrow.
Os políticos vão debater a nova política tributária amanhã.
4. (verb) To consider or discuss something carefully
I've been debating whether to change jobs.
Tenho estado a ponderar se devo mudar de emprego.
Related Idioms & Phrases
beyond debate - indisputable; not open to discussion
debate the issue - to discuss and argue about a specific topic
without debate - without question or argument
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