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controversial

[kon-truh-vur-shuhl] / ˌkɒn trəˈvɜr ʃəl /


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In “Bloody Crowns,” Mr. Livingston is more controversial, contesting the conflict’s traditional duration by stretching it even further to become the “Two Hundred Years War.”

From The Wall Street Journal

The case was later turned over to federal prosecutors, who in 2008 made a controversial plea deal with Epstein that included a non-prosecution agreement that protected him from more serious charges.

From BBC

However, it has proved controversial with some campaigners saying it is unethical and could harm children.

From BBC

Raman also has a record of supporting denser housing and opposing efforts to get involved in legal fights over proposed controversial development.

From Los Angeles Times

In 2024, the sport’s governing body finally yielded to pressure to approve the controversial move.

From The Wall Street Journal