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 fictional paper in question is the Toledo Truth Teller, and its new editor-in-chief, Ned Sampson (Gleeson), attempts to revive the dying publication with the help of volunteer reporters.
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Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 6 Sep. 2025
The police department alleged that its initial investigation found that Reep held the account in question.
—Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 6 Sep. 2025
Apply toothpaste directly to the mark in question using your finger, then use your damp cloth to work the stain out of the wall, drying things off when it's completely lifted out.
—Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2025
The four countries in question are Brazil, Indonesia, Singapore, and Thailand, and developers will start seeing invitations to be verified starting this October (and all developers can apply for verification in 2026).
—Alan Henry, PC Magazine, 5 Sep. 2025
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Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 6 Sep. 2025
The police department alleged that its initial investigation found that Reep held the account in question.
—Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 6 Sep. 2025
Apply toothpaste directly to the mark in question using your finger, then use your damp cloth to work the stain out of the wall, drying things off when it's completely lifted out.
—Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2025
The four countries in question are Brazil, Indonesia, Singapore, and Thailand, and developers will start seeing invitations to be verified starting this October (and all developers can apply for verification in 2026).
—Alan Henry, PC Magazine, 5 Sep. 2025
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 9 Sep. 2025.
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