as in skeptical
inclined to doubt or question claims
congenitally doubting viewers will wonder if there's anything real about that so-called reality show
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as in questioning
to have no trust or confidence in
I doubt that you can do all that you say
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Recent Examples of doubting
Emily Trainham, Fox News, 29 Dec. 2024
Injuries have hampered his career a bit, but there is no doubting his talents, especially on the offensive end.
—Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024
Despite the reports, some are doubting that anything serious is going on.
—Steve Almasy, CNN, 16 Dec. 2024
The video game industry might be a mess right now (layoffs continued in 2024 unabated), but there’s no doubting the burning, white-hot talent of its creatives.
—Vulture Editors, Vulture, 13 Dec. 2024
There’s no doubting the Ford Mustang GTD’s supercar credentials now.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 10 Dec. 2024
Those critics have spent several years berating and doubting her—especially following her most notable setback, in 2021, when she was suspended from the Tokyo Olympics.
—Essence, 10 Dec. 2024
Like many manufacturers, Samsung is doubting down on the capabilities of generative AI to improve the user experience… alongside the usual raft of bug fixes, updates, and software tweaks.
—Ewan Spence, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
There is no doubting Maddison’s ability as a midfield creator.
—Graham Ruthven, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
Verb
Hope this helps anyone out there doubting their own post partum recovery.
—Emily Trainham, Fox News, 29 Dec. 2024
Injuries have hampered his career a bit, but there is no doubting his talents, especially on the offensive end.
—Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024
Despite the reports, some are doubting that anything serious is going on.
—Steve Almasy, CNN, 16 Dec. 2024
The video game industry might be a mess right now (layoffs continued in 2024 unabated), but there’s no doubting the burning, white-hot talent of its creatives.
—Vulture Editors, Vulture, 13 Dec. 2024
There’s no doubting the Ford Mustang GTD’s supercar credentials now.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 10 Dec. 2024
Those critics have spent several years berating and doubting her—especially following her most notable setback, in 2021, when she was suspended from the Tokyo Olympics.
—Essence, 10 Dec. 2024
Like many manufacturers, Samsung is doubting down on the capabilities of generative AI to improve the user experience… alongside the usual raft of bug fixes, updates, and software tweaks.
—Ewan Spence, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
There is no doubting Maddison’s ability as a midfield creator.
—Graham Ruthven, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for doubting
Adjective
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Sophisticated buyers may naturally be more skeptical.—
Ryan Hutchins,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
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Be skeptical of unsolicited contact: Remember that the IRS will never contact you via phone, email, text or social media to demand immediate payment or request personal information.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
Fox News,
6 Mar. 2025
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Despite more positive reports in previous months, concerns remain about the economic outlook, leaving policymakers and businesses questioning whether the downturn in confidence will translate to slower growth in 2024.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
24 Dec. 2024
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Posts may leave us questioning our qualifications, competence, and intelligence.—
Dr. Angélica S. Gutiérrez,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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The Context Since Putin's full-scale invasion of Ukraine began in February 2022, a series of mysterious deaths have claimed the lives of prominent Russian figures, including tycoons, businessmen and oil executives—many of whom reportedly fell from windows under suspicious circumstances.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
3 Mar. 2025
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The fire seemed suspicious, police said, and the fire marshal reportedly requested that arson detectives from West Hartford Police and the Connecticut State Police Fire and Explosive Investigative Unit investigate.—
From Staff Reports,
Hartford Courant,
1 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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But just as smartphones and the internet are powerful tools to broaden their horizons, parents and caregivers are right to be cautious about exactly what their teens are posting on the day-to-day.—
Ella Cerón,
Parents,
27 Feb. 2025
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The market remains cautious about suggesting any change could come soon.—
Lori Ann LaRocco,
CNBC,
27 Feb. 2025
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“Doubting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/doubting. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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