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At times in debate there is dissension. When discussing topics on which people take varying positions, it is especially important to have strong communication skills.

"People take varying positions" is the context clue for the word dissension. Which type of context clue is this?

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antonym
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The context clue "People take varying positions" indicates that there are differing opinions, which helps define the word "dissension." This is an example of a synonym context clue, as it suggests that dissension involves disagreement or difference in views.

So, the answer is: synonym.