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引发了关于...的争议 (yǐn fā le guān yú... de zhēng yì) - triggered controversy regarding...

Grammar & Usage

fixed expression

neutral to formal

How it works

This phrase literally translates to 'triggered/caused (引发) the (了, perfective aspect) controversy (争议) regarding (关于)...'. It is used to indicate that a particular event, statement, or action has given rise to significant public disagreement or debate on a specific topic. The ellipsis (...) is replaced by the subject of the controversy.

Sample sentences

这项政策引发了关于公平性的争议。

This policy triggered controversy regarding its fairness.

他的言论在网上引发了关于言论自由的争议。

His remarks sparked controversy online regarding freedom of speech.

这部电影的结局引发了关于道德边界的争议。

The ending of this film triggered controversy regarding moral boundaries.

Quick facts

structure:The structure is '引发 + 了 + 关于 + [topic] + 的 + 争议'. '了' marks the completion or occurrence of the action. '关于...' specifies the subject of the controversy.

Often used with

引发了广泛的争议 (triggered widespread controversy)

引发了激烈的讨论 (sparked heated discussion)

引发了社会关注 (drew public attention)

对...的争议 (controversy over/about...)

处于争议之中 (be in the midst of controversy)

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Example

这项政策引发了关于公平性的争议。

This policy triggered controversy regarding its fairness.

他的言论在网上引发了关于言论自由的争议。

His remarks sparked controversy online regarding freedom of speech.