Although the novel was critically well received, its controversy contributed to poor financial performance.

The controversy contributed to Gonzalez-Correa's departure from the housing authority at the end on 1989.

But the controversy surrounding the event may have contributed, he said.

The controversy created by Allen's use of the term contributed to his unexpected loss to Webb.

The controversy also contributed to his defeat in the 1949 election.

The controversy surrounding its construction contributed to the adoption of the first modern building and zoning restrictions on vertical structures in Manhattan.

The controversy may have contributed to a split that erupted late last month among the Chadian rebel forces.

The controversy contributed to the growing dispute soon to erupt in civil war.

The extended controversy contributed to violence throughout the state.

The controversy contributed to Labor's win in the 1943 federal election, although Ward was assigned to minor portfolios afterward.