Master Debating

Definition

A thinly-veiled double entendre referring to the practice of ambushing college students with one-sided political arguments, usually filmed and curated to make one side look bad. It's debate theater for people who think 'winning' means editing out the moments you lose.

Example Usage

He spent the afternoon master debating random students on campus and only posted the clips where they couldn't keep up.

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