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controversy

[kon-truh-vur-see, kuhn-trov-er-see] / ˈkɒn trəˌvɜr si, kənˈtrɒv ər si /


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It is also not the first controversy involving Singh.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

The controversy hit during the 2026 Milan-Cortina Games, where Wasserman participated in a mandatory presentation to International Olympic Committee members but he didn’t make additional public comments.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

The controversy has also highlighted disparities within the industry, where junior artistes and crew often have little negotiating power.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

In an exclusive interview with BBC Sport, Southampton owner Dragan Solak said his plan is to allow Eckert to remain in his job, despite the controversy and damage done to the club's reputation.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

By the time the controversy ended, six physicists had departed the lab, including all four of its theorists.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik




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