Debates

Some typical phrases used during debates

"Given that ..., we believe..." "Studies by ... show that..." "There is evidence that shows..." "Statistics show..." "Statistics prove that..."
 * Presenting Your Argument**

"However..." "Although..." "On the other hand..." "Contrary to your thoughts, we believe..." "How can you say... because..." "We disagree because..." "How recently were those statistics gathered?" "Who conducted those studies?"
 * Rebutting Your Opponents**