contentious

Example Sentences

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

From BBC

The discussion around tips remains contentious, and California lawmakers have struggled with how to handle the imperfect solution of service fees.

From Los Angeles Times

Supporters of the contentious effort began gathering voter signatures to place the measure on the November ballot earlier this year.

From Los Angeles Times

Rules of Origin - which require exporters to prove that goods are substantially manufactured or value-added in India rather than merely assembled - remain particularly contentious.

From BBC

The high cost of undergrounding has become a contentious issue in Sacramento because, under state rules, most or all of it is billed to all customers of the utility.

From Los Angeles Times