contestation

/ˌkɑntɛˈsteɪʃən/
noun
  1. A disagreement or argument about something; the act of disputing or challenging something.
    • The new policy faced strong contestation from community members.
    • The election results led to a long contestation between the two parties.
    • There is ongoing contestation over the ownership of the ancient artifact.
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