Defense (or “Defensive Argument”)

  • Date 2022-07-18

General Definition: Arguments decreasing the impact of an opponent’s argument, prevent them from scoring points or adding weight to their side. Also known as “Mitigation“, defense is often framed as reasons the judge shouldn’t vote for an opponent. Defensive arguments are generally weaker than “Offensive Arguments”, although they can play an important role in a team’s strategy. See also “Mitigation“.

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