at issue

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at issue

1. Under discussion. The topic at issue is whether or not to implement a new detention policy.

2. In disagreement. They are at issue over the best way to lead the committee.

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Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

at issue

1. In question, under discussion; also, to be decided. For example, Who will pay for the refreshments was the point at issue. [Early 1800s]

2. In conflict, in disagreement, as in Physicians are still at issue over the appropriate use of hormone therapy. This usage, from legal terminology, was defined by Sir William Blackstone ( Commentaries on the Laws of England, 1768), who said that when a point is affirmed by one side and denied by the other, "they are then said to be at issue."

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The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.

at ˈissue

the most important part of the subject that is being discussed: The point at issue here is his honesty, not the quality of his work.

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Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary

issue

n. problem. (In colloquial use, issue has virtually replaced the word problem. It is even heard in a few idioms such as Do you have an issue with that?) I had an issue with my car this morning. It wouldn’t start. You are late again! Do you have an issue with our office hours?

McGraw-Hill's Dictionary of American Slang and Colloquial Expressions

at issue

1. In question; in dispute: "Many people fail to grasp what is really at issue here" (Gail Sheehy).

2. At variance; in disagreement.

See also: issue

American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition.

See also:

issue
cross that bridge later
take issue
take a stand on
take a stand on (something)
cast an eye on (something)
cast an eye on something
a red herring
red herring
join issue

References in periodicals archive

Nevertheless, we urge the IRS to keep an open mind about expanding the procedure to non-CEP taxpayers, especially if the amount at issue exceeds a stated threshold (say, $1 million).

Announcement 95-2: Appeals mediation

In addition to growing in number and in terms of the amount at issue, the section 482 cases have been growing in terms of contentiousness.

Not surprisingly, much of the trial record and testimony was directed at issues and theories raised, argued and abandoned by the IRS.

Resolution of international tax disputes in and out of court: section 482 from the trial lawyer's view

Other authors have begun to look at issues of coming out and discrimination through the lens of career development theory.

Culturally appropriate career counseling with gay and lesbian clients

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释义	at issue Related to at issue: The National at issue 1. Under discussion. The topic at issue is whether or not to implement a new detention policy. 2. In disagreement. They are at issue over the best way to lead the committee. See also: issue Farlex Dictionary of Idioms. at issue 1. In question, under discussion; also, to be decided. For example, Who will pay for the refreshments was the point at issue. [Early 1800s] 2. In conflict, in disagreement, as in Physicians are still at issue over the appropriate use of hormone therapy. This usage, from legal terminology, was defined by Sir William Blackstone ( Commentaries on the Laws of England, 1768), who said that when a point is affirmed by one side and denied by the other, "they are then said to be at issue." See also: issue The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer. at ˈissue the most important part of the subject that is being discussed: The point at issue here is his honesty, not the quality of his work. See also: issue Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary issue n. problem. (In colloquial use, issue has virtually replaced the word problem. It is even heard in a few idioms such as Do you have an issue with that?) I had an issue with my car this morning. It wouldn’t start. You are late again! Do you have an issue with our office hours? McGraw-Hill's Dictionary of American Slang and Colloquial Expressions at issue 1. In question; in dispute: "Many people fail to grasp what is really at issue here" (Gail Sheehy). 2. At variance; in disagreement. See also: issue American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition. See also: issue cross that bridge later take issue take a stand on take a stand on (something) cast an eye on (something) cast an eye on something a red herring red herring join issue References in periodicals archive Nevertheless, we urge the IRS to keep an open mind about expanding the procedure to non-CEP taxpayers, especially if the amount at issue exceeds a stated threshold (say, $1 million). Announcement 95-2: Appeals mediation In addition to growing in number and in terms of the amount at issue, the section 482 cases have been growing in terms of contentiousness. Not surprisingly, much of the trial record and testimony was directed at issues and theories raised, argued and abandoned by the IRS. Resolution of international tax disputes in and out of court: section 482 from the trial lawyer's view Other authors have begun to look at issues of coming out and discrimination through the lens of career development theory. Culturally appropriate career counseling with gay and lesbian clients
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