Then, clearly state how you will overcome the objection, using phrases such as "yet their argument fails since..." or "However, I have not misinterpreted the argument because..." Use premise indicators like 'since' and 'because' as well as conclusion indicators like 'therefore' and 'thus'.
Be sure you use the appropriate indicator. You will be held to the words as written on the page, not what you think you've said. Therefore, since you want to be clear, and because your audience is smart, ignorant and hostile, you should use premise and conclusion indicators to clearly indicate your actual premises and actual conclusion.
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