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as in suspicious
inclined to doubt or question claims
it's good to be skeptical about what you see on TV
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as in unsure
not feeling sure about the truth, wisdom, or trustworthiness of someone or something
I'm a little skeptical of this low bid, since it's way below what the other contractors said that they would charge
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Recent Examples of skeptical
The women are very skeptical of Amanda.
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Brian Moylan, Vulture, 30 Jan. 2026
Even with this apparent undervaluation, the market remains skeptical.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
In short, there are plenty of reasons to remain skeptical of Altman’s claims that AI will put more buying power into each of our pockets as productivity goes stratospheric.
—Victor Tangermann, Futurism, 29 Jan. 2026
But opponents remain skeptical.
—Austin Sanders, Austin American Statesman, 29 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for skeptical
Brian Moylan, Vulture, 30 Jan. 2026
Even with this apparent undervaluation, the market remains skeptical.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
In short, there are plenty of reasons to remain skeptical of Altman’s claims that AI will put more buying power into each of our pockets as productivity goes stratospheric.
—Victor Tangermann, Futurism, 29 Jan. 2026
But opponents remain skeptical.
—Austin Sanders, Austin American Statesman, 29 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for skeptical
Recent Examples of Synonyms for skeptical
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If a homeowner finds a suspicious device, the department said not to touch it and call law enforcement.—
Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
1 Feb. 2026
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Joining George in his fight to stop the slasher are a particularly suspicious student (Ian Sera) and a famous tennis pro (Lynda Day George) who, bored with the celebrity touring circuit, decides to join up as an undercover detective.—
Kevin Jacobsen,
Entertainment Weekly,
31 Jan. 2026
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According to Aars, much more research is needed to understand how other polar bears are adapting to climate change — and scientists are still unsure whether the polar bears of Svalbard can maintain their reindeer- and walrus-based diet.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
30 Jan. 2026
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When unsure, the safest course is to consult your doctor about a booster, which is safe for most adults.—
Jesse Pines,
Forbes.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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The anticipated move would end a string of three consecutive quarter-point rate cuts, aligning with a cautious approach outlined by Powell last month, before reports of the investigation into his conduct.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
28 Jan. 2026
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Still, more cautious analysts have flagged weaker activity in China.—
Bloomberg News,
Bloomberg,
28 Jan. 2026
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Former University of Denver Pioneers star and Denver native Troy Terry (upper-body injury) also sounded doubtful.—
Andrew Knoll,
Oc Register,
20 Jan. 2026
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The team ruled out starting guard Payton Pritchard with left ankle soreness after initially listing him as doubtful.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
17 Jan. 2026
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Like most fans, Flom was incredulous.—
Mirjam Swanson,
Oc Register,
27 Jan. 2026
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Jordan, who chairs the Judiciary Committee, was incredulous.—
Aysha Bagchi,
USA Today,
23 Jan. 2026
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But even as India retains its growth story amid an increasingly uncertain global economic environment, its weak currency is a cause of concern for the government.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
29 Jan. 2026
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Norfolk Southern's quarterly profit slipped 12% amid the uncertain economy as well as unusual costs related to its efforts to merge with Union Pacific in an $85 billion deal that would create a transcontinental railroad.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
29 Jan. 2026
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Be careful when handling debris that may have blown into your yard.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
31 Jan. 2026
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Leeds are right on the limit of their profitability and sustainability (PSR) projections, but with some careful rebalancing of the finances, this could be a swing worth taking.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
31 Jan. 2026
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Hamilton, wary of France’s descent into chaos and its aggressive wars, contended that treaties are contracts with specific regimes, not eternal bonds irrespective of change.—
Daniel Ross Goodman,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Jan. 2026
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As measles outbreaks flared up across the US last year, causing a record number of cases, Scott Thorpe kept a wary eye on Spartanburg County, South Carolina.—
Deidre McPhillips,
CNN Money,
8 Jan. 2026
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“Skeptical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/skeptical. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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