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as in problem
an interrogative expression often used to test knowledge
because I have missed so many classes, I had a hard time answering every question on today's surprise quiz
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as in request
an act or instance of asking for information
after reading the brief statement to the reporters, the lawyer ended the press conference by saying, "No more questions, please" the dozens of questions researched by the reference librarians
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as in objection
a feeling or declaration of disapproval or dissent
that these measurements are accurate is beyond question
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as in topic
a major object of interest or concern (as in a discussion or artistic composition)
it's a question of personal responsibility
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as in to challenge
to demand proof of the truth or rightness of
the teenager openly questioned the authority of the town's police force to impose a curfew on residents under the age of 18
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as in to debate
to give serious and careful thought to
question your motives before you file the lawsuit: do you really care about the trees, or are you just trying to harass the neighbors?
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as in to doubt
to have no trust or confidence in
it was apparent that voters were questioning the President's ability to manage the economy
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as in to ask
to put a question or questions to
the press should be allowed to question public officials about any matter of general interest
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as in to examine
to put a series of questions to
the police questioned the suspect before deciding that there was insufficient evidence to hold him
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Recent Examples of question
Lissete Lanuza Sáenz, StyleCaster, 4 Mar. 2025
Billboard staffers answer these questions and more below.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 4 Mar. 2025
Meka Boyle, Los Angeles Times, 5 Mar. 2025
Despite the trifecta, Trump is pushing an expansive view of executive power that questions the role of Congress and the courts to serve as a check over federal agencies.
—Alexandra Hutzler, ABC News, 4 Mar. 2025
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Noun
Meghan Markle’s new show With Love is finally available on Netflix, and as always with the Duchess of Sussex, people have questions.
—Lissete Lanuza Sáenz, StyleCaster, 4 Mar. 2025
Billboard staffers answer these questions and more below.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 4 Mar. 2025
Verb
Disillusioned with subjective, surface-level modes of art-making, Gaines began to question his purpose.
—Meka Boyle, Los Angeles Times, 5 Mar. 2025
Despite the trifecta, Trump is pushing an expansive view of executive power that questions the role of Congress and the courts to serve as a check over federal agencies.
—Alexandra Hutzler, ABC News, 4 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for question
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Ben Edwards, Global Marketing Leader: Specialized is all about innovation, about solving problems for riders.—
William Roberson,
Forbes,
1 Mar. 2025
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The control problem: A barrier to real-world use Think about it — a highly advanced prosthetic hand is only as good as the user's ability to control it.—
Kurt Knutsson,
Fox News,
1 Mar. 2025
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Representatives for Musk did not respond to PEOPLE's request for comment.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
People.com,
1 Mar. 2025
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Tesla did not respond to CNN’s request for comment.—
Auzinea Bacon,
CNN,
1 Mar. 2025
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Multiple speakers were also allowed to accuse Israel of carrying out a genocide, also with no objection from Lauber.—
Rachel Wolf,
Fox News,
27 Feb. 2025
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His nomination to become the nation’s 26th Health and Human Services Secretary was met with considerable objection from the medical community.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
27 Feb. 2025
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Last season, five conference teams made the field, something that became a big topic of conversation.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
26 Feb. 2025
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Many have struggled with the ethical conundrum and the whole mind-bending shenanigan is undoubtedly going to remain a morally thorny topic for eons to come.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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The Homer Township Reset slate, a group of Republicans challenging the incumbent township administration, was leading by a large margin Tuesday night in the Homer Township Republican primary after all precincts reported, according to unofficial results.—
Michelle Mullins,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Feb. 2025
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The big picture: Power outages are just one risk that's rising with the changing climate and challenging traditional insurance companies.—
Katie Fehrenbacher,
Axios,
25 Feb. 2025
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Think pop-up shops, spice blending, and casually debating the best way to season a brisket.—
Lanee Lee,
Forbes,
1 Mar. 2025
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The science on transgender procedures, including hormone replacement and surgery, is hotly debated.—
Brady Knox,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
1 Mar. 2025
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But prosecutors doubted Carlson’s more modest intentions.—
Jake Goodrick,
Sacramento Bee,
6 Mar. 2025
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Golden Knights general manager Kelly McCrimmon, who has helped architect some of the biggest NHL trades in recent memory, doubts his Vegas Golden Knights will make a big splash in the next week.—
Jay Ginsbach,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
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How can Ukraine be assured that Russian President Vladimir Putin would abide by any ceasefire deal – and not resume fighting in a year or two, Zelensky asks.—
Tim Lister,
CNN,
5 Mar. 2025
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At that point, Bumgardner asks to take a breathalyzer.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
5 Mar. 2025
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“Question.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/question. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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