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argument; discussion; dispute; controversy
この問題について熱心に議論が続いている。
Earnest discussions continue on this issue.
議論の結果、新しい方針が決まった。
As a result of discussion, a new policy was decided.
彼らの議論は深夜まで続いたそうだ。
Apparently their discussion continued until late at night.