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myk | 05:02 Thu 02nd Dec 2004 | Phrases & Sayings
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What does 'a cause c�l�bre' mean in an article about controversial takeovers?
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Originally, the phrase meant a notable or famous trial, but it has come to mean a notorious controversy or highly controversial situation/person. In your example, I'd probably go for 'controversial situation'.
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