divisive

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And when it comes to new flavours, it turns out these currant-filled spiced buns - traditionally eaten on Good Friday - can be just as divisive today.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

The Bank may have hoped for a calmer response to its decision following the, often divisive, choices of historical figures over recent decades.

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026

Michelle Pfeiffer and Kurt Russell star in the TV hitmaker’s latest creation, centered on a New York family in Montana, that takes a divisive, broad-strokes approach to its urban-rural conflict.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

Conservative strategist Jon Fleischman, a former executive director of the state GOP, said he was thrilled by Kiley’s decision, which avoids a divisive intra-party battle.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 2, 2026

Even more divisive and controversial was the swelling chorus calling to completely outlaw American slavery.

From "In the Shadow of Liberty" by Kenneth C. Davis