in dispute
idiomPart ofdispute
in dispute — idiom
1. in a state where people disagree or the truth of something has not been settled
1.idiom
Definition
in a state where people disagree or the truth of something has not been settled
Example
The exact number of casualties from the earthquake is still in dispute.
The ownership of the painting was in dispute for many years before the court ruled.
Whether the contract had been signed before the deadline remained in dispute.