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
Michael Cox, New York Times, 3 June 2026
Richards had begun privately doubting the timeline—traveling to Paris and London for modeling work, looking around, and noticing an absence of catastrophe.
—Jp Mangalindan, Time, 1 June 2026
That said, there’s little doubting Ross’ competence or professionalism.
—The Editorial Board, Daily News, 19 May 2026
Previous statements doubting Venezuela’s sovereignty over the past 25 years have been met with immediate derision from senior government officials, including the president.
—Regina Garcia Cano, Chicago Tribune, 14 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
Verb
There was no doubting the legitimacy of that one.
—Michael Cox, New York Times, 3 June 2026
Richards had begun privately doubting the timeline—traveling to Paris and London for modeling work, looking around, and noticing an absence of catastrophe.
—Jp Mangalindan, Time, 1 June 2026
That said, there’s little doubting Ross’ competence or professionalism.
—The Editorial Board, Daily News, 19 May 2026
Previous statements doubting Venezuela’s sovereignty over the past 25 years have been met with immediate derision from senior government officials, including the president.
—Regina Garcia Cano, Chicago Tribune, 14 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for doubting
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But it's also made people even more skeptical of public figures whose appearances seem naturally frozen in time.—
Charles Trepany,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
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Many consumers are wary, skeptical, and even disgusted by AI content in ads.—
Melissa A. Wheeler,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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But now parents – and one county commissioner – are questioning the role technology plays in learning.—
Rebecca Noel,
Charlotte Observer,
2 June 2026
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Reyes was taken into custody by the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office and turned over to the FBI for questioning, according to the documents.—
Alexandra Skores,
CNN Money,
2 June 2026
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The duo first appear in parodied versions of the Longlegs roles originated by Blair Underwood and Maika Monroe midway through Scary Movie, standing by as their fellow officers are sent off after a suspicious perp.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
6 June 2026
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The Bahraini military urged residents to exercise caution around any unfamiliar or suspicious objects that may have fallen as a result of the attacks and to report them immediately to authorities.—
Rena Rowe,
The Washington Examiner,
6 June 2026
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Americans are also increasingly cautious about where sensitive information like health data and financial records rest.—
Rachyl Jones,
semafor.com,
3 June 2026
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The current government led by Donald Tusk has been more cautious, speaking only about a bigger role in nuclear deterrence.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
3 June 2026
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“Doubting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/doubting. Accessed 9 Jun. 2026.
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