point of contention
noun phrase
: the thing that people are arguing over
The main point of contention is who owns the timber rights to the land.
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However, their current ownership remains a point of contention.
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Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 22 Mar. 2025
The future of Social Security has become a top political issue and was a major point of contention in the 2024 election.
—Fatima Hussein, Chicago Tribune, 25 Feb. 2025
Another point of contention is Trump’s decision to have his team begin in-person talks with the Russian side.
—Ahtra Elnashar, Baltimore Sun, 20 Feb. 2025
If you’re not aligned on financial goals and strategies — from when to move in together to where to go on vacation — there’s a good chance money will be a point of contention in your relationship.
—Kamaron McNair, CNBC, 13 Feb. 2025
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Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 22 Mar. 2025
The future of Social Security has become a top political issue and was a major point of contention in the 2024 election.
—Fatima Hussein, Chicago Tribune, 25 Feb. 2025
Another point of contention is Trump’s decision to have his team begin in-person talks with the Russian side.
—Ahtra Elnashar, Baltimore Sun, 20 Feb. 2025
If you’re not aligned on financial goals and strategies — from when to move in together to where to go on vacation — there’s a good chance money will be a point of contention in your relationship.
—Kamaron McNair, CNBC, 13 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for point of contention
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“Point of contention.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/point%20of%20contention. Accessed 27 Mar. 2025.
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