contentious
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While Reid spoke with Bush about “the need for reconciliation” after a contentious campaign, his message for his own Democratic caucus was unbowed.
From Slate • May 4, 2026
Of the competitive races, two are unusually contentious.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
It's unclear whether Mamdani followed through and brought up the contentious subject with Charles when the two met.
From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026
Immigration is not directly an issue for the Scottish Parliament, but it has become one of the most contentious elements of the election campaign.
From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026
It proved so contentious that Darwin withdrew it from the third edition of the book.
From "A Short History of Nearly Everything" by Bill Bryson
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