hot button

US /ˈhɑːt ˌbʌt.ən/
UK /ˈhɑːt ˌbʌt.ən/
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heißes Eisen, Reizthema

a topic or issue that is highly controversial and emotionally charged, often leading to strong reactions or arguments

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Abortion is a hot-button issue in many political debates.
Abtreibung ist ein heißes Eisen in vielen politischen Debatten.
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Bringing up taxes is always a hot-button topic at family gatherings.
Steuern anzusprechen ist bei Familientreffen immer ein heißes Eisen.
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