cast doubt on

phrase

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

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Whatever the merits of Fedorov’s arguments, the move potentially presents a fresh talking point to Putin, who has publicly and repeatedly cast doubt on Zelensky’s legitimacy as president. Nathan Hodge, CNN Money, 23 Aug. 2026 The states argue the suits are an effort to cast doubt on the integrity of the election process itself. Sarah N. Lynch, CBS News, 18 Aug. 2026 Mohammad Abu al-Qombuz cast doubt on all talks and visits currently taking place. Julia Frankel, Los Angeles Times, 17 Aug. 2026 Advertisement But researchers and political scientists have cast doubt on whether those anecdotes are reflective of a widespread trend. Chantelle Lee, Time, 14 Aug. 2026 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 25 Aug. 2026.

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