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To argue like this is a crime against humanity (7)

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I believe the answer is:

outrage

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'a crime against humanity' is the definition.
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'to argue like this' is the wordplay.
'to argue' can be anagrammed to 'OUTRAGE'.
Though, I'm not sure how this is indicated.

'is' is the link.

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(Other definitions for outrage that I've seen before include "Act that shocks public opinion, generates anger" , "Appalled reaction" , "furious reaction" , "Extreme indignation" , "Scandal" .)

I've seen this clue in The Globe and Mail.
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