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plural of misdoubt
as in doubts
a feeling or attitude that one does not know the truth, truthfulness, or trustworthiness of someone or something whatever misdoubts I had about the candidate's qualifications were erased by the interview

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misdoubts

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verb

present tense third-person singular of misdoubt
as in questions
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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Noun
  • Gulf states push China to restrain Iran Gulf states are pushing for China to rein in Iran as doubts grow about the US’ ability to end the five-month conflict.
    semafor.com, semafor.com, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Early today, the Pisces Moon may stir private doubts or behind-the-scenes frustration as Venus highlights work and wellness .
    Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 2 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • The professional streaks nobody questions Leaders chase streaks too.
    Nell Derick Debevoise Dewey, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Jones, 28, is on his fourth team in five years, but no one questions his playmaking ability — good and bad.
    Vic Tafur, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • The missing person’s report raised detectives’ suspicions and prompted an investigation that spanned eight months, Covelli said.
    Barbara Vitello, Chicago Tribune, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Any signs of enthusiasm for the meal created suspicions of cook-napping.
    Judith Martin, Mercury News, 27 July 2026
Noun
  • Several agricultural trade groups where Taylor Farms executives served in leadership positions over the years had raised concerns about the program or lobbied for it to be defunded.
    Yahya Abou-Ghazala, CNN Money, 6 Aug. 2026
  • The district, which previously favored Democrats, now tilts toward Republicans, and some Memphis voters have raised concerns that their representation has been diminished.
    ABC News, ABC News, 6 Aug. 2026
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“Misdoubts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/misdoubts. Accessed 9 Aug. 2026.

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