at issue

phrase

1
or less commonly in issue : under discussion or in dispute
2
: in a state of controversy : in disagreement

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Before agreeing to settle, both sides reviewed information about Costco's email marketing practices, including promotional emails at issue in the lawsuit, and reached an agreement during mediation in March 2026. Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 24 July 2026 The athlete at issue is older and likely more experienced, more skilled and stronger than an incoming freshman who would otherwise occupy the roster spot. Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 22 July 2026 The location of the footer at issue now is not associated with the beam that was replaced three years, according to Carowinds. Claire Harutunian, Charlotte Observer, 21 July 2026 Before taking adverse action based on criminal history, employers must complete and document an individualized assessment, provide that assessment to the applicant, and issue a provisional notice identifying the criminal history at issue. Alonzo Martinez, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for at issue

Word History

First Known Use

1768, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of at issue was in 1768

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“At issue.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/at%20issue. Accessed 27 Jul. 2026.

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