cast doubt on

idiom

: to make (something) seem less likely
The incident cast doubt on her honesty.

Examples of cast doubt on in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Defense attorney Brian Brown attempted to cast doubt on the legitimacy of the footage, questioning Hayes and Gerino on the accuracy of the dates and times. Andrea May Sahouri, Detroit Free Press, 23 Jan. 2024 And Democrats cast doubt on the idea that an acquittal would fundamentally change the perceptions of a man who spent decades in the public eye and four years in the White House. Tal Axelrod, ABC News, 29 May 2024 Cohen's credibility Blanche attempted to cast doubt on various conversations Cohen recalled having with Trump, including at the White House, allegedly about the deal to silence Daniels. Ximena Bustillo, NPR, 28 May 2024 Putting pressure on local officials to cast doubt on the voting process is part of a national strategy, says Rogers, a democracy strategist and elections advocate. Madeleine May, CBS News, 20 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for cast doubt on 

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“Cast doubt on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cast%20doubt%20on. Accessed 17 Jun. 2024.

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