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play devil's advocate

Idiom Debate

Meaning

to argue against an idea to test how strong it is

Example Sentences

"I don't necessarily disagree, but let me play devil's advocate for a moment."

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To begin to understand something.

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experiencing a period of bad luck

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to do something that is considered unacceptable

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to make a decision based on your feelings

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to show interest in something, especially a competition or c...

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to become uncontrolled or chaotic