They tried to 'argue' their parents into getting a new car. [=to persuade their parents to get a new car]
The result 'argues for' a new approach. [=the result shows that we need a new approach]
You 'can't argue with' her success. [=you can't deny that she is successful]
(..) The longer we wait, the worse it's gonna get. We need to tell the crew. You're bringing this up while Vincent is in Pasadena... So he can't argue the other side. I shouldn't have to answer to Vincent. Or anyone else. It's time, Teddy. (..)2015 The Martian