contentious

Example Sentences

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But when he is in the middle of a contentious situation, he can be brash and prone to angry outbursts.

From The Wall Street Journal

In December, city leaders split on the issue, but ultimately voted to keep using Flock’s scanners after a contentious public hearing meeting in which they heard from hundreds of residents opposed to the surveillance technology.

From Los Angeles Times

“The specific steps that importers must take are currently unclear, but importers will need to take proactive steps and navigate what is expected to be a complex and potentially contentious reimbursement process.”

From Barron's

“It’s not contentious at the moment. Katy is, of course, upset but is relieved to not have to go through another divorce, as that was the worst time in her life.”

From MarketWatch

Maier was following a contentious bronze medal finish four years ago in Beijing.

From BBC