as in skeptical
inclined to doubt or question claims
congenitally doubting viewers will wonder if there's anything real about that so-called reality show
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as in questioning
to have no trust or confidence in
I doubt that you can do all that you say
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Recent Examples of doubting
Pierre Lebrun, New York Times, 7 May 2026
And the experience of the year of negotiations has left many disillusioned, with some 70% doubting that peace talks will lead to a lasting solution.
—Lena Surzhko Harned, The Conversation, 7 May 2026
SROs have been controversial, with critics doubting on-campus law enforcement’s efficacy in responding to school shootings.
—Jennah Pendleton, Sacbee.com, 16 Apr. 2026
While not doubting his capabilities and dedication, some have questioned Velasco’s relative lack of experience in a prestige post traditionally occupied by party notables with decades of public service.
—Los Angeles Times, 14 Apr. 2026
Diaz-Balart of Miami is among the Republicans now doubting redistricting is wise.
—Jeffrey Schweers, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Apr. 2026
That’s despite a majority of Americans doubting his handling of trade policy, according to new Pew Research Center data.
—Eleanor Mueller, semafor.com, 2 Apr. 2026
There’s people out here really doubting us.
—Joe Arruda, Hartford Courant, 30 Mar. 2026
And nobody in the locker room is doubting their chances at coming out on top Saturday.
—Frank Rajkowski, Twin Cities, 27 Mar. 2026
Verb
And if anyone thinks goalie Jakub Dobeš might suddenly be doubting himself after allowing four goals in Game 1, think again.
—Pierre Lebrun, New York Times, 7 May 2026
And the experience of the year of negotiations has left many disillusioned, with some 70% doubting that peace talks will lead to a lasting solution.
—Lena Surzhko Harned, The Conversation, 7 May 2026
SROs have been controversial, with critics doubting on-campus law enforcement’s efficacy in responding to school shootings.
—Jennah Pendleton, Sacbee.com, 16 Apr. 2026
While not doubting his capabilities and dedication, some have questioned Velasco’s relative lack of experience in a prestige post traditionally occupied by party notables with decades of public service.
—Los Angeles Times, 14 Apr. 2026
Diaz-Balart of Miami is among the Republicans now doubting redistricting is wise.
—Jeffrey Schweers, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Apr. 2026
That’s despite a majority of Americans doubting his handling of trade policy, according to new Pew Research Center data.
—Eleanor Mueller, semafor.com, 2 Apr. 2026
There’s people out here really doubting us.
—Joe Arruda, Hartford Courant, 30 Mar. 2026
And nobody in the locker room is doubting their chances at coming out on top Saturday.
—Frank Rajkowski, Twin Cities, 27 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for doubting
Adjective
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Everything everywhere all at once However, some analysts are skeptical about the ability of hyperscalers to maintain the current phenomenal capex figures into the future.—
Joseph Wilkins,
CNBC,
8 May 2026
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The women suffered the indignity of multiple interviews, intimate evidence gathering and skeptical lines of questioning from the police, among other things.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
8 May 2026
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The aggressive political gains DeSantis and Republicans seek also have some in the party questioning whether the new map would put GOP incumbents at risk of losing future elections.—
Elizabeth Robinson,
NBC news,
28 Apr. 2026
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Despite the apology, Camp Mystic’s plans to reopen in late May with nearly 900 girls have angered victims’ families, and state officials are questioning whether the license should be renewed.—
Jim Vertuno,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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At the same time, police also noted suspicious behavior from McDermitt — including him mourning Fox's death on Facebook.—
Staff Author,
PEOPLE,
9 May 2026
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Agents were suspicious that Cruz would not have had enough time to reach the Lukeville Port of Entry to pick up passengers.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
9 May 2026
Adjective
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The measure passed Wednesday stops short of a categorical ban that some have sought, but was still met with cautious optimism by traffic safety reformers.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
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The defense, which only improved post-Olympics after Paul Coffey returned behind the bench, collapsed in front of an incredibly cautious goaltending tandem.—
Shayna Goldman,
New York Times,
6 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Doubting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/doubting. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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