call in question

phrase

variants or call into question
Synonyms of call in questionnext
: to cast doubt upon
a report calling into question the drug's effectiveness

Word History

First Known Use

1534, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of call in question was in 1534

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“Call in question.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/call%20in%20question. Accessed 25 Aug. 2026.

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