Cryptic crossword clue
Argued with old socialite who’s taken on an old rocker

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word DEBATED

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The straight part
We know that "Argued" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case argued = debated.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does DEBATED mean?

DEBATED verb
  1. To participate in a debate; to dispute, argue, especially in a public arena.
  2. To fight.
  3. To engage in combat for; to strive for.
  4. To consider (to oneself), to think over, to attempt to decide
DEBATED adjective
  1. Disputed, under discussion, not settled.

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