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Discover LudwigThe phrase "argues rather" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when presenting a viewpoint or position that contrasts with another argument or perspective.
Example: "In her paper, she argues rather that the benefits of renewable energy far outweigh the costs."
Alternatives: "contends instead" or "asserts rather".
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That, Gelman argues, rather than any particular failings of McGovern, decided the race.
He also argues, rather convincingly, that lax rules allowed pension sponsors to get away with inadequate funding.
But in a fascinating piece at the Atlantic, Megan Garber argues, rather convincingly, the opposite is true.
They allow drivers to make their own decisions and assess others' actions, the society argues, rather than relying on third-party signals.
He argues rather that the authors focused on statistics that can tell two stories at once, and then chose to emphasize the positive.
Mr. Nelson even argues, rather unconvincingly, that John Henry's powerful physique served as the model for comic-book superheroes like Captain America.
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Even when you're disappointed at the Almeida, you come out arguing, rather than feeling cheated.
Another tendency, led by Julian Steward, argued rather for an evolutionism that was more directly Darwinian in inspiration.
12.25pm GMT He turns to deficit reduction, arguing (rather confusingly) that sticking to the plan involves being flexible.
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