controversial

Example Sentences

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The dual role has long been controversial, but any change would require the UK government to amend the Scotland Act.

From BBC

This has become a common — and increasingly controversial — side of high-profile crime investigations: armies of amateur sleuths descending into a community and creating friction with police.

From Los Angeles Times

His moment of brilliance, though, quickly became controversial when he was booked for his dancing celebration in front of the crowd.

From Barron's

For these few weeks, competition replaces conflict, and cheering for your country becomes something celebratory rather than controversial.

From The Wall Street Journal

The possible settlement is part of a broader push to secure closure over the claims, which have weighed on the company since it bought Monsanto, the American-maker of the widely used but controversial herbicide.

From BBC