as in suspicions
a feeling or attitude that one does not know the truth, truthfulness, or trustworthiness of someone or something
from the beginning I had my doubts about the investment scheme
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as in questions
to have no trust or confidence in
I doubt that you can do all that you say
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Recent Examples of doubts
Lisa Eadicicco, CNN Money, 13 June 2026
While area colleges such as Rutgers and Seton Hall showed interest, Alvarado instead committed in September 2016 to Georgia Tech, whose coach, Josh Pastner, displayed faith in Alvarado despite doubts from others.
—Tim Casey, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
But that is doomsday-thinking, and a 4-1 victory does not deserve such doubts.
—Filip Bondy, New York Daily News, 13 June 2026
During my first walks, doubts crept in.
—Diane Penningroth, Midwest Living, 12 June 2026
Boris Heifets, an anesthesiologist and a neuroscientist at Stanford University, also has doubts about Mindstate.
—Ross Andersen, The Atlantic, 12 June 2026
Meanwhile, yet another friend similarly expressed doubts about the Madison Square Garden idea to Shuter.
—Martha Ross, Mercury News, 11 June 2026
Political strategists blame relentless advertising, message fatigue and doubts about whether a billionaire former hedge-fund titan could champion affordability and tax-the-rich policies.
—Seema Mehta, Los Angeles Times, 10 June 2026
Back in 2014, when a third installment was in the works, Tatum expressed doubts about returning for a another sequel.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 10 June 2026
Tom Smyth, Vulture, 15 June 2026
There’s also doubts over whether many of the job cut announcements so far have truly been related to AI.
—Meg Short, Fortune, 7 June 2026
Alternatives to the strait Whether or not Iran institutionalizes its control over the strait, doubts about the long-term security of the waterway will remain.
—Hanna Ziady, CNN Money, 4 June 2026
Nobody doubts Colorado’s desire to win.
—Mark Lazerus, New York Times, 26 May 2026
Former National Security Adviser John Bolton doubts that Raúl Castro had any interest in making a deal that would satisfy the desire for democracy in Cuba.
—Chris Kenning, USA Today, 21 May 2026
Who doubts the law would be enforced in a ham-handed way, with people being denied the presumption of innocence?
—U T Editorial Board, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 May 2026
Patrick Murphy, an urban affairs professor at the University of San Francisco who focuses on tax policy, doubts the legislation would have a significant effect on homelessness.
—Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2026
By now, no one doubts Mbappé’s ability to score.
—Aidan McLaughlin, Vanity Fair, 12 May 2026
Noun
Apple isn’t the only tech giant drawing doubts about its AI capabilities.
—Lisa Eadicicco, CNN Money, 13 June 2026
While area colleges such as Rutgers and Seton Hall showed interest, Alvarado instead committed in September 2016 to Georgia Tech, whose coach, Josh Pastner, displayed faith in Alvarado despite doubts from others.
—Tim Casey, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
But that is doomsday-thinking, and a 4-1 victory does not deserve such doubts.
—Filip Bondy, New York Daily News, 13 June 2026
During my first walks, doubts crept in.
—Diane Penningroth, Midwest Living, 12 June 2026
Boris Heifets, an anesthesiologist and a neuroscientist at Stanford University, also has doubts about Mindstate.
—Ross Andersen, The Atlantic, 12 June 2026
Meanwhile, yet another friend similarly expressed doubts about the Madison Square Garden idea to Shuter.
—Martha Ross, Mercury News, 11 June 2026
Political strategists blame relentless advertising, message fatigue and doubts about whether a billionaire former hedge-fund titan could champion affordability and tax-the-rich policies.
—Seema Mehta, Los Angeles Times, 10 June 2026
Back in 2014, when a third installment was in the works, Tatum expressed doubts about returning for a another sequel.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 10 June 2026
Verb
There must be something magical about Block Island after all, but only time will tell if that magic will extend to Jo-Ellen and Rulla, who still doubts that Jo-Ellen’s proof was well-meaning.
—Tom Smyth, Vulture, 15 June 2026
There’s also doubts over whether many of the job cut announcements so far have truly been related to AI.
—Meg Short, Fortune, 7 June 2026
Alternatives to the strait Whether or not Iran institutionalizes its control over the strait, doubts about the long-term security of the waterway will remain.
—Hanna Ziady, CNN Money, 4 June 2026
Nobody doubts Colorado’s desire to win.
—Mark Lazerus, New York Times, 26 May 2026
Former National Security Adviser John Bolton doubts that Raúl Castro had any interest in making a deal that would satisfy the desire for democracy in Cuba.
—Chris Kenning, USA Today, 21 May 2026
Who doubts the law would be enforced in a ham-handed way, with people being denied the presumption of innocence?
—U T Editorial Board, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 May 2026
Patrick Murphy, an urban affairs professor at the University of San Francisco who focuses on tax policy, doubts the legislation would have a significant effect on homelessness.
—Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2026
By now, no one doubts Mbappé’s ability to score.
—Aidan McLaughlin, Vanity Fair, 12 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for doubts
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Trump has also alleged that California unsuccessfully rigged its gubernatorial primary against Republican candidate Steve Hilton and raised suspicions about the time California takes to count mail-in ballots and the high proportion of mail-in ballots from Democrats.—
Evelyn Ronan,
Sacbee.com,
12 June 2026
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At that point, Swift's collaboration with the movie had not yet been announced, but if any fans had any sneaky suspicions about her new song, they were proved right this week when Swift stepped out in the accessory.—
Michelle Lee,
PEOPLE,
10 June 2026
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Investor scrutiny grows as authorities investigate The report also questions Donut Lab’s public statements about its vehicle-making efforts.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
9 June 2026
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The case collides with President Javier Milei’s culture war, as his government dismantles gender-equality programs and questions femicide laws, while rights groups and families flood the streets demanding protection and justice.—
Isabel Debre,
Los Angeles Times,
3 June 2026
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Local governments and schools, which rely heavily on property taxes, will face funding uncertainties during economic downturns.—
Letters to the Editor,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 June 2026
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Already facing financial uncertainties, San Jose could lose millions in vital tax revenue if a statewide initiative on the November ballot succeeds in changing voting thresholds for local tax measures, city officials warned this week.—
Ryan Macasero,
Mercury News,
12 June 2026
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The skepticism isn’t limited to Chicago.—
Daniel C. Vock,
Chicago Tribune,
14 June 2026
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When guests feel misled — even unintentionally — brands pay through lower return rates, weaker relationships, greater skepticism, and damaging reviews.—
Teresa Mackintosh,
Fortune,
13 June 2026
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The results will ease the concerns of some Democrats who worried about the possibility of a runoff between Kiley and Republican candidate Michael Stansfield, who was in second place until Friday.—
Mathew Miranda
June 9,
Sacbee.com,
10 June 2026
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The two see eye to eye on both their love of soccer and their concerns about where the sport is headed.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 June 2026
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