chop logic
noun
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(sometimes hyphenated) Chopped logic: reasoning which is improper; sophistry.
(usually hyphenated) A logic chopper: one who makes confusing or specious arguments, especially arguments involving equivocation.
verb
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To argue skillfully, using complex logic or clever reasoning.
To make an argument which is illogical, especially one which is overly complex or which improperly uses fine or clever distinctions; to equivocate.
adjective
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(of an argument, sometimes hyphenated) Characterized by equivocation or by overly complex or specious argumentation; improperly reasoned.