Join the debate Crossword Clue

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(verb)
1. present reasons and arguments
2. have an argument about something

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

JOIN (verb)
1. be or become joined or united or linked
2. become part of; become a member of a group or organization
JOIN (noun)
1. a set containing all and only the members of two or more given sets
2. the shape or manner in which things come together and a connection is made
DEBATE (noun)
1. a discussion in which reasons are advanced for and against some proposition or proposal
2. the formal presentation of a stated proposition and the opposition to it (usually followed by a vote)
DEBATE (verb)
1. have an argument about something
2. think about carefully; weigh

Hint 3: Anagram

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AUGER

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