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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
Alyn Franklin, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
As a professor who studies responsible AI, the questions the executive order raises for me are how its new reporting structure changes the governance of AI safety, and whether the order reflects what AI safety experts see as best practices.
—Anjana Susarla, The Conversation, 12 June 2026
Colin Mixson, New York Daily News, 13 June 2026
In his 94-page opinion, Cooper questioned the credibility of the conclusion from Matt Floca, the center's executive director, that renovations couldn't be carried out without shutting down the center for the public.
—Joey Garrison, USA Today, 13 June 2026
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Noun
Regulators are demanding proof, not paperwork, and consumers are asking harder questions about where products come from and how they are made.
—Alyn Franklin, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
As a professor who studies responsible AI, the questions the executive order raises for me are how its new reporting structure changes the governance of AI safety, and whether the order reflects what AI safety experts see as best practices.
—Anjana Susarla, The Conversation, 12 June 2026
Verb
When questioned by officers, the woman could not say with certainty how long the attack lasted, but a law enforcement source said the suspect was held her against her will for hours.
—Colin Mixson, New York Daily News, 13 June 2026
In his 94-page opinion, Cooper questioned the credibility of the conclusion from Matt Floca, the center's executive director, that renovations couldn't be carried out without shutting down the center for the public.
—Joey Garrison, USA Today, 13 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for question
Noun
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The Colts found themselves in a huge problem when Jones went down with an Achilles injury.—
James Brizuela,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Dec. 2025
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Mildew And Mold Moisture problems in the basement and elsewhere will make your home smell musty and can set off allergies and other health problems.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
8 Dec. 2025
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But the Sheriff’s Department has continued to deny the commission’s requests, citing the advice of the office of county counsel.—
Connor Sheets,
Los Angeles Times,
17 June 2026
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Israel’s request to see the text was rejected by the US, an Israeli source told CNN.—
Kevin Liptak,
CNN Money,
17 June 2026
Noun
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Referees did not blow the whistle for a foul on the play, despite forceful objections from the Knicks bench.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
11 June 2026
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Thanks to more than 200 years of intense and virtuoso scientific work, what were once valid or at least plausible concerns and objections to vaccines have been overcome.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
Noun
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Similarly, nonfiction about topics completely outside your everyday experience is also beneficial, improving your ability to focus and think critically about problems from multiple perspectives.—
Esther K. Choy,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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Support journalism that digs deeper into topics that matter most to Arkansans.—
Matt Parrott,
Arkansas Online,
14 June 2026
Verb
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Dosenbach says the results have challenged his assumptions about standardized testing for kids—and about screen time.—
Claire Cameron,
Scientific American,
11 June 2026
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If a young person expresses a distorted belief, unhealthy coping strategy or potentially harmful idea, the chatbot may validate parts of that thinking rather than appropriately challenging it.—
Katia Hetter,
CNN Money,
11 June 2026
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Since then versions of the project have proliferated and been debated but none has advanced to the current stage.—
Dan Walters,
Mercury News,
19 Aug. 2025
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The files show that faculty swapped stories about Kohberger and debated pulling his funding and TA position, citing unnerving classroom conduct.—
Danya Gainor,
CNN Money,
19 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Many other observers — including Hilton and Bianco — publicly doubted that would happen.—
Ben Paviour,
Sacbee.com,
10 June 2026
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Because of that, investors are perhaps doubting this attempt as well.—
Frank Cappelleri,
CNBC,
10 June 2026
Verb
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According to sources, Thomas was asked to appear as well but ultimately decided not to participate.—
Joe Otterson,
Variety,
12 June 2026
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He was confronted with the accusation on the course and was asked to leave, the outlet reported.—
Marlene Lenthang,
NBC news,
12 June 2026
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“Question.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/question. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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