contentious
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It was an era in sports somewhat less contentious, more inclined to celebrate its history and its moments and less inclined to look for more.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 26, 2026
Alexander Graham Bell’s 1876 patent for the telephone beat rival Elisha Gray by hours, sparking a contentious legal battle.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026
The office of France's ecology minister Monique Barbut had said the Group of Seven would focus on "less contentious issues" to appease its largest and most powerful member, drawing criticism from activists.
From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026
But it was only 15 years later that such works, satirising one of China's most contentious idols, cost Gao Zhen his freedom.
From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026
I suspect that Judge Norton had scheduled the final Rule 32 hearing in part because he wanted to get this contentious, complicated case off his docket and out of his court.
From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson
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