misdoubted

Definition of misdoubtednext
past tense of misdoubt
as in doubted
to have no trust or confidence in unexpectedly elevated to the throne, the new king acknowledged that many misdoubted his ability to lead his people

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  • Looking back, Drew said her parents never doubted her decision to pursue a career in Hollywood.
    Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 23 May 2026
  • Howard, who has been doing outreach on Hollywood’s streets for two decades, doubted that everyone got counted that day.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 22 May 2026
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  • For years, athletes and parents who questioned transgender participation in women’s sports were often labeled transphobic.
    Alejandro Avila OutKick, FOXNews.com, 15 May 2026
  • Lawmakers at a recent hearing backed up clean energy advocates’ proposal, and questioned why the state would end a successful program in favor of one that has produced less energy capacity or has yet to be created.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2026
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“Misdoubted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/misdoubted. Accessed 25 May. 2026.

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