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controversy in Dutch

controversy in Dutch is controverse — controversy means public disagreement or debate, often heated, about a particular issue.

controversy in Dutch

controverse
noun
A debate or discussion of opposing opinions; (generally) strife.

What does "controversy" mean?

  1. noun Public disagreement or debate, often heated, about a particular issue.
    "The film sparked controversy over its portrayal of the war."
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controversy in a sentence

  • The film sparked controversy over its portrayal of the war.
  • There was much controversy surrounding the referee's decision.

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What is "controversy" in Dutch?

"controversy" in Dutch is controverse. controversy means: Public disagreement or debate, often heated, about a particular issue.

How do you use "controversy" in a sentence?

Example: "The film sparked controversy over its portrayal of the war." In Dutch, "controversy" is controverse.

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