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复数形式
debates
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辩论
a discussion about a particular issue between two opposing sides, mainly held publicly
- The candidates participated in a televised debate to present their views on economic policy.
候选人参加了一场电视辩论，就经济政策发表了自己的观点。
- The debate on climate change highlighted the differences between the two parties' approaches.
关于气候变化的辩论突出了两党方法之间的差异。
- A heated debate erupted in the council meeting over the proposed budget cuts.
在理事会会议上，关于提议的预算削减爆发了一场激烈的辩论。
- Students were encouraged to engage in a debate on whether school uniforms should be mandatory.
鼓励学生就学校是否应该强制穿校服进行辩论。
- The debate over healthcare reform continues to be a contentious issue in politics.
关于医疗改革的辩论仍然是政治中的一个有争议的问题。
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a discussion in which participants present arguments for and against a proposition or idea
- The class held a debate on climate change.
- Friends engaged in a lively debate about the best film of the year.
- The debate over the policy lasted several hours.
- Students practiced debate skills in the club.
- The discussion became a debate when opposing views emerged.