The spies’ line of argument Crossword Clue

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The spies’ line of argument Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. a treatise advancing a new point of view resulting from research; usually a requirement for an advanced academic degree
2. an unproved statement put forward as a premise in an argument

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

ARGUMENT (noun)
1. a course of reasoning aimed at demonstrating a truth or falsehood; the methodical process of logical reasoning
2. a fact or assertion offered as evidence that something is true
LINE (noun)
1. a course of reasoning aimed at demonstrating a truth or falsehood; the methodical process of logical reasoning
2. a slight depression or fold in the smoothness of a surface
LINE (verb)
1. make a mark or lines on a surface
2. be in line with; form a line along

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