To believe (something is reasonable) and argue (for it); to advocate.
To be in opposition; to contest; to dispute; to vie; to quarrel; to fight.
To be in debate; to engage in discussion; to dispute; to argue.
To struggle or exert oneself to obtain or retain possession of, or to defend.
contend with: To try to cope with a difficulty or problem.
To promise intensely that something is true; to strongly assert.
To take an oath that an assertion is true.
To use offensive, profane, or obscene language.
To be lazy; rest for a short while during working hours.
To administer an oath to (a person).
To take an oath, to promise intensely, solemnly, and/or with legally binding effect.
Dull; lazy; slow.
Top-heavy; too high.
Reluctant; unwilling.
Heavy.
Niggardly.
A swear word.
A lazy time; a short rest during working hours (especially field labour); a siesta.