controversy

Example Sentences

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In moments of controversy, the backseat car image can carry a particularly sharp edge - because it often presents the celebrity in an unflattering way.

From BBC

The Federal Reserve’s literal halls of power have become a source of surprising interest in recent months due to a controversy over the institution’s office renovations in Washington.

From The Wall Street Journal

The various proposals across the UK have generated huge controversy, with passionate arguments for and against the changes.

From BBC

The various proposals have generated huge controversy, with passionate arguments for and against the changes.

From BBC

Every president treats the State of the Union as a chance to highlight their wins, less a venue for mulling over controversies or losses.

From Los Angeles Times