lightning rod
Example Sentences
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A two-term congressman whose father served for 10 years on Capitol Hill, Collins has been a lightning rod for controversy since arriving in Washington.
From Slate • May 28, 2026
Even the U.S. delegation has become a particular lightning rod this round.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026
The cables can be deadly, especially in thunderstorms, when they become a slippery lightning rod.
From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026
Before his resignation, McSweeney became a lightning rod for discontent with Downing Street.
From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026
His shovel smoked as he raised it above his head like a lightning rod and used it to direct the bolts.
From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda
