controversial

Example Sentences

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I like being provocative, I like being controversial.

From Los Angeles Times

The wife of South Korea's ousted former president has been sentenced to 20 months in jail for accepting bribes from the controversial Unification Church.

From BBC

Bovino's tactics have been both controversial, particularly the aggressive "turn and burn" method of making swift arrests before protesters can arrive to an area.

From BBC

Two Chanel handbags, a BMW dealership and a controversial church will all be at the centre of a trial faced by South Korea's former first lady this week.

From BBC

Typically, the more controversial a celebrity becomes, the more they might be inclined to hide away — at least until people’s attention has shifted.

From Los Angeles Times