open question
noun
: a matter or problem that is being discussed but to which the answer is not yet known
Whether voters will support him remains an open question.
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Stacy Martinet,
Variety,
26 June 2026
Whether building this presence is enough is an open question.
—
Catherine Erdly,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2026
The open question, for a resource that so many humans – and now machines – rely on, is how long the volunteer system can keep enduring the cost.
—
Ryan McGrady,
The Conversation,
25 June 2026
Launching warships is one thing, but their operational capability remains an open question.
—
Stella Kim,
NBC news,
24 June 2026
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“Open question.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/open%20question. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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