controversy
Example Sentences
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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.
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
Lesh takes a longer view, pointing out that virtually every advance in transport technology has come with controversy.
From BBC
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