as in questionable
open to question or dispute
it's a moot question what might have happened if the American colonies had not broken away from Great Britain
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as in to raise
to present or bring forward for discussion
conservatives had shouted down the proposal when it was first mooted
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as in to debate
to talk about (an issue) usually from various points of view and for the purpose of arriving at a decision or opinion
the issue of whether a person's nature or upbringing is more important continues to be mooted by experts and laymen alike
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Recent Examples of moot
Ella McCarthy, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
Now, for many Americans, the $15,000 standard deduction for singles and $30,000 for married filing jointly makes itemizing a moot point.
—Cicely Jones, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025
James Pearce, New York Times, 30 July 2025
Leaving may also mean Plaintiffs will have forfeited any opportunity to obtain a remedy based on their APA [Administrative Procedure Act] claims, as leaving may moot those claims.
—Rebecca Falconer, Axios, 15 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
While significant, the proposal was just one component of a sweeping overhaul of short-term rental rules that the city spent months developing after various court rulings rendered moot the bulk of its existing regulations.
—Ella McCarthy, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
Now, for many Americans, the $15,000 standard deduction for singles and $30,000 for married filing jointly makes itemizing a moot point.
—Cicely Jones, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025
Verb
Figures remain confidential, and it will be partly linked to sales and team performance, but the yearly windfall will be a lot more than the figure of £60million per year which had previously been mooted.
—James Pearce, New York Times, 30 July 2025
Leaving may also mean Plaintiffs will have forfeited any opportunity to obtain a remedy based on their APA [Administrative Procedure Act] claims, as leaving may moot those claims.
—Rebecca Falconer, Axios, 15 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for moot
Adjective
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The Dolphins have versatility among their backups, but the quality of their backups remains questionable.—
Chris Perkins,
Sun Sentinel,
21 Aug. 2025
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Reject questionable practices and products, and resist modern marketing, which has a short lifespan.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
21 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Local organizations and community members in Milwaukee are working to raise funds and support for both Hanan Refugees Relief Group and the Palestine Children's Relief Fund.—
Bridget Fogarty,
jsonline.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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Moreover, the pervasive use of surveillance technologies raises red flags around civil liberties and the potential for government overreach.—
David Ly,
Forbes.com,
21 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Ohio lawmakers debated everything from home grow restrictions to penalizing passengers who smoke in the car.—
Haley BeMiller,
The Enquirer,
17 Aug. 2025
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And Just Like That … Club, our subscriber-exclusive newsletter obsessing over, dissecting, and debating everything about season three.—
Maggie Fremont,
Vulture,
15 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Carl Anka So much about this side is debatable except in midfield and, rather perversely, up front, where even a wantaway Alexander Isak seems the best option in the medium term (if not perhaps before the window closes).—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
15 Aug. 2025
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While high school visits are appreciated, their necessity and effectiveness are debatable.—
Scott White,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
Verb
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The Pixel 10 Pro line (including the regular Pro, and both the Pro XL and Pro Fold) will introduce new features in hardware and software, as with any manufacturer’s launch of a flagship device.—
Ewan Spence,
Forbes.com,
19 Aug. 2025
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That’s why Illinois legislators Rep. Anna Moeller and Sen. Laura Ellman introduced the Wetlands Protection Act to protect those wetlands that lost federal safeguards.—
Howard Learner,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Aug. 2025
Verb
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In a message to the Free Press sent Friday via email, WDIV vice president and general manager Bob Ellis stated the station has reached out to Winchester to discuss the next steps.—
Julie Hinds,
Freep.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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The future of asset-intensive supply chains was a central theme at Hexagon LIVE’s recent global conference for digital reality technology, where 3,000 industry leaders from 59 countries gathered to discuss a critical question: How will AI, digital twins, and robotics reshape industrial operations?—
Paul J. Noble,
Forbes.com,
21 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The rocket's purpose was to place one of Europe's newest weather satellites into orbit.—
Maia Pandey,
jsonline.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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At times, the stores can feel like part grocery store, part shopping mall, as guests rush to buy commemorative mugs, T-shirts and keychains, all while trying to place a food order.—
Diana Leyva,
The Tennessean,
13 Aug. 2025
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Some animal rights groups argued the decision sets a dangerous precedent, including Bear Defenders, a campaign to oppose the expansion of bear hunting in Florida.—
Gordon Ebanks,
CNN Money,
14 Aug. 2025
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Though some have argued there are similarities in how Trump works as a statesman, in comparison to Reagan.—
Caitlin McFall,
FOXNews.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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“Moot.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/moot. Accessed 26 Aug. 2025.
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