argue

Definition

  • verb: to give reasons for or against something
  • + 'with'
  • synonyms: reason, dispute, remonstrate

Examples

  • 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]

Movie quotes

  • (..) Fannie's your aunt. There you are with two ships. The makings of your very own fleet. You'll take the grandest as your flagship, and who's to argue? But what of the Pearl? Name me captain. I'll sail under your colors. I'll give you % of me plunder. And you get to introduce (..)
    2003 Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl