Political Debates

noun a sustained fight between large organized armed forces

verb to engage in a battle or struggle

• The battle between the two countries lasted for several weeks.
• We won the battle against the rival team last night!
• That battle was lit, bro!
• She is facing a tough battle with her inner demons.

verb engage in a physical conflict or argument

adjective conflicting or contrasting in a noticeable or striking way

• The clashing of opposing ideologies led to heated debates within the political party.
• The clashing between the two teams resulted in a lot of tension on the field.
• Their clashing personalities made it hard for them to get along.
• The clashing colors in the painting created a dynamic and vibrant composition.

noun a person compulsorily enrolled for military service

verb to enroll compulsorily into military service

• The government decided to conscript young men into military service.
• They conscripted all able-bodied men for the army.
• The boss conscripted me to work overtime this weekend.
• The company conscripted all employees to participate in the charity event.

• The government implemented conscription to increase the size of the military.
• I heard they're bringing back conscription for the army.
• Dude, conscription sucks. I don't want to be drafted.
• In a way, being forced to work overtime felt like conscription into the corporate army.

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence

• The committee members were objecting to the proposed changes in the policy.
• She kept objecting to the idea of going to the beach instead of the mountains.
• I don't know why he's always objecting to everything we suggest.
• Her heart was objecting to the thought of leaving her hometown for good.

noun a law or rule that forbids something

adjective pertaining to the act of prohibiting

• The prohibition of alcohol in the United States lasted from 1920 to 1933.
• There's a strict prohibition against smoking in this area.
• I heard there's a total prohibition on bringing outside food into the movie theater.
• The prohibition of negative thinking can lead to a more positive mindset.

noun a matter that is not considered to be of primary importance

• The main focus of the meeting should not be diverted by discussing a side issue.
• Let's not get sidetracked by talking about that side issue during the presentation.
• Don't sweat the small stuff, that side issue is not worth our time.
• Addressing that side issue is like chasing a rabbit down a hole - it will lead us away from the main goal.

adjective able to be contested or disputed

• The validity of the evidence presented in court is highly contestable.
• It's up for debate whether or not he actually won the contestable.
• Some people think the whole thing is totally contestable.
• Her position as team captain is contestable, as others believe they could do a better job.