in question

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1
—used to indicate the specific thing that is being discussed or referred to
The painting in question is by Rembrandt.
What is in question is not the candidate's private life but her policies.
Where were you on the Sunday in question?
2
: in a state of doubt or uncertainty
His suitability for the job is in question.
The results of the study are in question.

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The seven Chi Phi members in question were suspended, expelled, or faced other consequences, such as writing an essay, but most were allowed to continue their education at the university following a monthslong Title IX investigation. — Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 1 Oct. 2026 Venezuela has also profited, although the long-term viability of its oil and gas sector remains in question in the absence of a meaningful democratic transition. — Dan Restrepo, Foreign Affairs, 30 Sep. 2026 Scroll down past the first five abstracts for the research in question. — Theresa Gaffney, STAT, 30 Sep. 2026 Consider this your sign to go wild, much like the land mammals in question. — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 30 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in question

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“In question.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20question. Accessed 3 Oct. 2026.

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