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Adjective
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True resource guarding is a serious issue that often involves strong warning signals from the dog—and can be problematic if left unaddressed.—
Maria Morava,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 July 2025 -
These are problematic, to say the least, as an exploit of the same could lead to the possibility of arbitrary code execution within the browser.—
Davey Winder,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
Adjective
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However, whether or not this type of use has less impact on social life or mental health is debatable.—
Kelly Burch Published,
Verywell Health,
21 July 2025
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While the usefulness of AI features may be debatable, years of OS and software support are not, which gives Samsung the decisive edge.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
12 July 2025
Adjective
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Whether the length of totality is critical is arguable, but there’s no doubt that the 2027 total solar eclipse will be an epic experience.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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Obama has now been succeeded twice by his arguable antithesis, Donald Trump, ...—
Jack Butler,
National Review,
15 June 2025
Adjective
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But from a practical standpoint, the case will be rendered moot.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
24 July 2025
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Whether the defense attorneys' request is moot depends on whether Crenshaw finds Abrego Garcia can be released from jail in the first place.—
Evan Mealins,
The Tennessean,
22 July 2025
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Radically Simplify Recruitment & Marketing The vast machinery of admissions – glossy brochures, armies of recruiters crisscrossing the country, sophisticated enrollment management systems – consumes enormous resources with questionable ROI.—
Scott White,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
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And Manu Garcia was added to the injury list as questionable late in the week, as well.—
Daniel Sperry,
Kansas City Star,
27 July 2025
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“Contestable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contestable. Accessed 2 Aug. 2025.
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