in question
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1
—used to indicate the specific thing that is being discussed or referred to
The painting in question is by Rembrandt.
What is in question is not the candidate's private life but her policies.
Where were you on the Sunday in question?
2
: in a state of doubt or uncertainty
His suitability for the job is in question.
The results of the study are in question.
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On Friday, Jackson pointed to Brian Higgins, who had exchanged flirtatious text messages with Read prior to the night in question, according to evidence presented at trial.
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Dakin Andone, CNN Money, 13 June 2025
Despite decades away from the musical mainstream in the 1970s and '80s, when his psychological torments were most aggressive, Wilson's towering impact was never in question.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 13 June 2025
Yet, this doesn't seem to be enough time for the bridesmaid in question.
—Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 13 June 2025
Stewart said the two lines in question have been there for about 40 years.
—Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 12 June 2025
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Dakin Andone, CNN Money, 13 June 2025
Despite decades away from the musical mainstream in the 1970s and '80s, when his psychological torments were most aggressive, Wilson's towering impact was never in question.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 13 June 2025
Yet, this doesn't seem to be enough time for the bridesmaid in question.
—Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 13 June 2025
Stewart said the two lines in question have been there for about 40 years.
—Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 12 June 2025
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“In question.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20question. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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