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controversy

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


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However, such controversy narrows the issue of A.I.’s steady encroachment to one of process, rather than impact.

From Slate • Apr. 17, 2026

There have been Goop summits and cruises, as well as a podcast, and the company has garnered attention and controversy for recommending unconventional approaches to wellness like vaginal steaming.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

The reports of shortages have been overshadowed by controversy over an allegedly substandard consignment imported last month outside government-to-government arrangements and at a significantly higher cost.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

Was he annoyed by his depiction in HBO’s Lakers series “Winning Time,” which generated controversy in 2022?

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

The reporter pressed him for a statement on how I was dealing with the controversy.

From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles




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