The article discusses how arguments can be categorized based on different types of relationships, such as cause and effect or analogy. The researchers are studying verbal clues that can help identify the type of argument being used. They aim to create a systematic list of words and phrases in Dutch that show how arguments are structured and how they relate to each other. Different types of arguments have specific criteria for evaluation, and using a particular argument type requires defending against specific criticisms. By understanding these verbal cues, people can better defend their arguments and address potential objections.