This is the 12776th most frequent German word.
wogen
To surge, billow, or wave.
Here, 'Wogen' is used as a noun referring to large sea waves.
Die Wogen des Meeres waren hoch und kräftig.
The waves of the sea were high and powerful.
In this sentence, 'wogte' comes from the verb 'wogen' and describes the surging or undulating motion of the discussion.
Die Diskussion wogte hin und her, ohne eine Lösung zu finden.
The discussion surged back and forth without finding a solution.
This use of 'Wogen' metaphorically refers to turbulence or emotional waves, which have settled.