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to advocate
verbgeneral usevery common/ɐdvuˈɣaɾ/ad·vo·gar
Definitions
21
To practise as a lawyer; to defend in court.
Usage examples
“She decided to advocate in criminal law.”
“The jurist brilliantly advocated the defendant's case.”
Synonyms
2
To argue for or recommend an idea, principle, or cause.
Usage examples
“The politician advocates tax reduction.”
“We always advocate for dialogue.”