question mark

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Definition of question mark

1a : something unknown, unknowable, or uncertain

b : someone (such as an athlete) whose condition, talent, or potential for success is in doubt

2 : a mark ? used in writing and printing at the conclusion of a sentence to indicate a direct question

Examples of question mark in a Sentence

The team's pitching is a big question mark this season.

Recent Examples on the Web Humphrey and Averett have played like one of the NFL’s better cornerback duos, but the depth behind them is still a question mark. — Jonas Shaffer, baltimoresun.com, 7 Oct. 2021 But Henderson’s durability is a question mark, so the Rams traded for Michel, a fourth-year pro who twice has totaled more than 200 carries and 900 yards in a season and helped the New England Patriots defeat the Rams, 13-3, in Super Bowl LIII. — Gary Klein Staff Writer, Los Angeles Times, 7 Sep. 2021 The defense is a question mark, with pressure on to limit the first downs allowed. — Keven Lerner, sun-sentinel.com, 31 Aug. 2021 Depth will be a question mark, but Minyard says his team will contend for the league title. — oregonlive, 30 Aug. 2021 But some observers in New Delhi saw another question mark over whether America could be trusted. — Washington Post, 24 Sep. 2021 But some observers in New Delhi saw another question mark over whether America could be trusted. — BostonGlobe.com, 24 Sep. 2021 That cancellation also leaves a major question mark for viewers of what the network’s NBA coverage will look like this upcoming season. — oregonlive, 10 Sep. 2021 While Jefferson’s inconsistency at quarterback puts a big question mark on the Razorbacks’ offensive output, Arkansas’ run game appears to be more consistent. — Ross Fisher, Dallas News, 8 Sep. 2021

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13 Oct 2021

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“Question mark.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/question%20mark. Accessed 21 Oct. 2021.

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