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contentious

[kuhn-ten-shuhs] / kənˈtɛn ʃəs /


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“It’s not contentious at the moment. Katy is, of course, upset but is relieved to not have to go through another divorce, as that was the worst time in her life.”

From MarketWatch

Maier was following a contentious bronze medal finish four years ago in Beijing.

From BBC

The discussion around tips remains contentious, and California lawmakers have struggled with how to handle the imperfect solution of service fees.

From Los Angeles Times

Supporters of the contentious effort began gathering voter signatures to place the measure on the November ballot earlier this year.

From Los Angeles Times

Rules of Origin - which require exporters to prove that goods are substantially manufactured or value-added in India rather than merely assembled - remain particularly contentious.

From BBC