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controversy

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


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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

County, and in recent years has been the center of so much controversy.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

He quickly put the controversy behind him against Carreno Busta as his tennis became the talking point again.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

This controversy arrives as Trump has promoted a series of high-profile America 250 events ahead of next year’s anniversary celebrations.

From Salon • May 30, 2026

Both Adams and Jefferson knew their roles by heart, especially in its Ciceronian version as a pair of retired patriarchs now beyond ambition and above controversy.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis




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