debate
US /dɪˈbeɪt/
UK /dɪˈbeɪt/

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debate, discussão
a formal discussion on a particular topic in a public meeting or legislative assembly, in which opposing arguments are put forward
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The candidates will participate in a televised debate tonight.
Os candidatos participarão de um debate televisionado esta noite.
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There was a heated debate about the new policy.
Houve um debate acalorado sobre a nova política.
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debater, discutir
to discuss a particular subject in a formal way
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They will debate the new law in parliament next week.
Eles debaterão a nova lei no parlamento na próxima semana.
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We need to debate the pros and cons of this decision.
Precisamos debater os prós e contras desta decisão.