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Recent Examples of iffy
Though the research is still iffy on how certain types could ease tummy troubles, there’s logic behind the hype: A gut microbiome that’s off-kilter, or running relatively low on those supportive critters, is linked with GI (and other) woes.
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Erica Sloan, SELF, 7 July 2025
However, watchdog groups said that for data centers the tradeoffs are iffy, because the facilities don't tend to create large numbers of jobs, while the amount of electricity required can be immense.
—Paige Tortorelli,pippa Stevens,agne Tolockaite, CNBC, 20 June 2025
The Panthers ended the period on the power play after an iffy elbowing penalty on Draisaitl.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 13 June 2025
Now, as for which fighter will score that knockout, that’s where things get a little iffy.
—Trent Reinsmith, Forbes.com, 19 June 2025
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Erica Sloan, SELF, 7 July 2025
However, watchdog groups said that for data centers the tradeoffs are iffy, because the facilities don't tend to create large numbers of jobs, while the amount of electricity required can be immense.
—Paige Tortorelli,pippa Stevens,agne Tolockaite, CNBC, 20 June 2025
The Panthers ended the period on the power play after an iffy elbowing penalty on Draisaitl.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 13 June 2025
Now, as for which fighter will score that knockout, that’s where things get a little iffy.
—Trent Reinsmith, Forbes.com, 19 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for iffy
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Radically Simplify Recruitment & Marketing The vast machinery of admissions – glossy brochures, armies of recruiters crisscrossing the country, sophisticated enrollment management systems – consumes enormous resources with questionable ROI.—
Scott White,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
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And Manu Garcia was added to the injury list as questionable late in the week, as well.—
Daniel Sperry,
Kansas City Star,
27 July 2025
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True resource guarding is a serious issue that often involves strong warning signals from the dog—and can be problematic if left unaddressed.—
Maria Morava,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 July 2025
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These are problematic, to say the least, as an exploit of the same could lead to the possibility of arbitrary code execution within the browser.—
Davey Winder,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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Still, for Connecticut’s two Job Corps centers, the future is uncertain.—
Janhavi Munde,
Hartford Courant,
18 July 2025
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Whether the court grants access to the grand jury documents remains uncertain, but for now, Trump appears determined to reclaim control of the narrative.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 July 2025
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In March, as President Trump talked up his plan to impose double-digit tariffs on most countries around the world, a clutch of major U.S. airlines dimmed their 2025 forecasts, citing dipping consumer confidence and shaky macroeconomic conditions.—
Suzanne Rowan Kelleher,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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Following a slew of injuries and shaky performances, the team has little choice but to add at least one relief arm in the near future.—
Peter Chawaga,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 July 2025
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Moments before the ceremony, her attendance was doubtful.—
Ronda Racha Penrice,
HollywoodReporter,
14 July 2025
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Some experts are keenly doubtful that those efforts will be fully successful.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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However, whether or not this type of use has less impact on social life or mental health is debatable.—
Kelly Burch Published,
Verywell Health,
21 July 2025
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While the usefulness of AI features may be debatable, years of OS and software support are not, which gives Samsung the decisive edge.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
12 July 2025
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Typically support is limited, either by a sole that’s too rigid to go flat, a sole that’s too flexible for a safe heel, or a mechanism that lacks the ability to swap the heels.—
Yola Robert,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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However, evidence of their effectiveness is limited.—
Jamie Johnson,
Verywell Health,
14 July 2025
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The former Oakland Raiders linebacker was Arnold Schwarzenegger’s shady military pal in Predator (1987) before landing his own macho action vehicle in Action Jackson (1988).—
Skyler Trepel,
EW.com,
25 July 2025
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According to the weather service, heat index values are calculated for shady conditions with light winds, but direct sun exposure can increase these values by up to 15 degrees.—
Mary Wasson,
Austin American Statesman,
24 July 2025
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“Iffy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/iffy. Accessed 1 Aug. 2025.
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