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Spreading is a term used in competitive debating in the United States--a portmanteau of speed reading--to refer to competitors speaking extremely fast.
The prevalence of spreading is attributed to 'failing to answer all opposing arguments' being an easy criteria for judges to award a win on, thus speaking fast and fielding an overwhelming number of distinct arguments is a viable strategy.
Its usage is prevalent in both policy debating and the varsity level of debate. It is common practice for one who is spreading to 'flash' (give a copy of their case on a flash drive) to their opponent.
Video Spreading (debate)
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Maps Spreading (debate)
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Source of the article : Wikipedia
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