It is better to debate a question without settling it than to settle a question without debating it.

It is better to debate a question without settling it than to settle a question without debating it.

Debate is masculine, conversation is feminine.

Debate is masculine, conversation is feminine.

After last night's debate, the reputation of Messieurs Lincoln and Douglas is secure.

After last night's debate, the reputation of Messieurs Lincoln and Douglas is secure.

Debate is the death of conversation.

Debate is the death of conversation.