contentious ending
[/kənˈtenʃəs ˈɛndɪŋ/]
nounpl: contentious endings
final contencioso/desfecho polêmico
1. A conclusion or resolution of a narrative, event, or situation that is disputed, controversial, or causes disagreement among parties involved or observers
The movie received mixed reviews due to its contentious ending that left audiences divided.
O filme recebeu críticas mistas devido ao seu desfecho polêmico que dividiu o público.
2. An ending that provokes debate, conflict, or disagreement because it is ambiguous, unexpected, or unsatisfying
The court case had a contentious ending when the judge ruled in favor of neither party completely.
O caso judicial teve um final contencioso quando o juiz não favoreceu completamente nenhuma das partes.
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