Phrases related to: contentious

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can of worms	A troublesome situation; an issue whose resolution is difficult or contentious, but not necessarily complex.	Rate it: (0.00 / 0 votes)
not that there's anything wrong with that	A signal phrase that one does not wish to offend when discussing a potentially contentious issue involving personal beliefs.	Rate it: (4.50 / 2 votes)
political football	A contentious political issue or problem that is often debated or discussed, but that remains unresolved; an issue or problem which is avoided by authorities and handed off to others.	Rate it: (0.00 / 0 votes)
stand up and be counted	To publicly make known one's views, contributions, or vote, especially in a contentious situation where fortitude is required.	Rate it: (0.00 / 0 votes)
war of nerves	A situation in which opposed parties refrain from direct conflict but maintain a tense, contentious relationship in which each uses annoyances or intimidating psychological tactics to attempt to dishearten and unnerve the other.	Rate it: (0.00 / 0 votes)