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controversy

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


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But the sudden and unpublicized switcheroo stunned Wall Street analysts and caused a bit of a mini controversy.

From MarketWatch Jul. 22, 2026

The lawmakers, in the two letters, did not wade into the controversy over “The View.”

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 22, 2026

Nadira Goffe interviewed a classicist about the significance of casting Lupita Nyong’o as Helen of Troy and argues that the controversy over her appearance misses the point.

From Slate Jul. 20, 2026

It came from an online ecosystem that rewarded outrage, controversy and extreme personalities.

From Salon Jul. 19, 2026

Randy Lovelace, who had started the program, didn't want controversy.

From "Women in Space" by Karen Bush Gibson

Pradhan, facing growing pressure over the handling of examination controversies, said late Tuesday the government remained committed to reform.

From Barron's Jul. 22, 2026

Platner galvanized an enthusiastic base of supporters and weathered months of controversies surrounding his personal life by selling a story of redemption and what he called “healthy” masculinity.

From Salon Jul. 13, 2026

Despite his controversies, UFC chiefs appeared to believe McGregor would still draw eyes to the sport and make the promotion money without affecting the brand.

From BBC Jul. 12, 2026

The Politico report came after a string of other controversies for Platner, who had successfully batted them away ahead of the state’s June primary.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 7, 2026

Once you understand that prescriptive rules are the conventions of a specialized form of the language, most of the iptivist controversies evaporate.

From "The Sense of Style" by Steven Pinker




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