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Adjective
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Federal courts in different circuits reaching conflicting interpretations of law has problematic implications that sometimes attract the attention, and willingness, of the U.S. Supreme Court to intervene.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
3 Aug. 2025 -
The sugar in fruit juice may also be problematic for some people with diabetes.—
Faye Chiu,
CNN Money,
1 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Carl Anka So much about this side is debatable except in midfield and, rather perversely, up front, where even a wantaway Alexander Isak seems the best option in the medium term (if not perhaps before the window closes).—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
15 Aug. 2025
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While high school visits are appreciated, their necessity and effectiveness are debatable.—
Scott White,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
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Using the arguable sound of evil on the song gave the band an imposing reputation.—
Craig Jenkins,
Vulture,
25 July 2025
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Whether any of this truly accelerates hair growth is arguable—what these tips can do is keep your hair strong and full, leading to the illusion of length and avoiding breakage that would require a chop.—
Ana Morales,
Vogue,
23 July 2025
Adjective
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While significant, the proposal was just one component of a sweeping overhaul of short-term rental rules that the city spent months developing after various court rulings rendered moot the bulk of its existing regulations.—
Ella McCarthy,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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Now, for many Americans, the $15,000 standard deduction for singles and $30,000 for married filing jointly makes itemizing a moot point.—
Cicely Jones,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
Adjective
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The clubs engaged in an arms race that many of them could not afford and which was financed either with debt or the cash of questionable characters.—
Chris Deubert,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Well, not just them: also some of our most questionable corporations.—
Jordan Hoffman,
EW.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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“Contestable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contestable. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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