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as in problems
an interrogative expression often used to test knowledge
because I have missed so many classes, I had a hard time answering every question on today's surprise quiz
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as in requests
an act or instance of asking for information
after reading the brief statement to the reporters, the lawyer ended the press conference by saying, "No more questions, please" the dozens of questions researched by the reference librarians
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as in objections
a feeling or declaration of disapproval or dissent
that these measurements are accurate is beyond question
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as in topics
a major object of interest or concern (as in a discussion or artistic composition)
it's a question of personal responsibility
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as in challenges
to demand proof of the truth or rightness of
the teenager openly questioned the authority of the town's police force to impose a curfew on residents under the age of 18
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as in debates
to give serious and careful thought to
question your motives before you file the lawsuit: do you really care about the trees, or are you just trying to harass the neighbors?
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as in doubts
to have no trust or confidence in
it was apparent that voters were questioning the President's ability to manage the economy
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as in asks
to put a question or questions to
the press should be allowed to question public officials about any matter of general interest
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as in examines
to put a series of questions to
the police questioned the suspect before deciding that there was insufficient evidence to hold him
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Recent Examples of questions
Carolyn Hax, Washington Post, 27 Mar. 2026
With two and a half weeks remaining before the Twins begin their season in Baltimore, there are still plenty of roster questions to be sorted out, particularly in the outfield.
—Betsy Helfand, Twin Cities, 10 Mar. 2026
Readers send Miss Manners not only their table and party questions, but those involving the more complicated aspects of life - romance, work, family relationships, child-rearing, death - as well as philosophical and moral dilemmas.
—Judith Martin, Dallas Morning News, 10 Mar. 2026
Washington has no answer to any of these questions – only a theory of destruction.
—Farah N. Jan, The Conversation, 10 Mar. 2026
California teachers scored 16 on the Teacher Morale Index, which is based on three questions from the Education Week survey.
—Diana Lambert, Los Angeles Times, 10 Mar. 2026
Every festival has had to think about questions being pushed over the last few years, with horrible wars going on in in Ukraine and in Gaza and elsewhere, and a lot of political movements building up around them, and with a lot of political pressure on cultural events, including film festivals.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 9 Mar. 2026
The exact missile type remains unclear, raising questions about whether Iran is trialing medium-range ballistic missiles (MRBMs) with maneuverable or hypersonic capabilities.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 3 Mar. 2026
In January, OpenAI introduced ChatGPT Health, a new version of its chatbot that the company says can analyze users’ medical records, wellness apps and wearable device data to answer health and medical questions.
—CNN Money, 3 Mar. 2026
Joe Walsh, CBS News, 4 Mar. 2026
That nobody ever questions Louise is part of the conceit.
—Malavika Kannan, Vulture, 3 Mar. 2026
By juxtaposing humble materials like wood and tagua-nut shell with diamonds and gemstones, the line also questions conventional notions of what’s truly precious.
—Jill Newman, Robb Report, 1 Mar. 2026
One proposal would allow anyone involved with a potential donor who questions if their condition is right for life-support withdrawal to call for a pause in those preparations.
—ABC News, 26 Feb. 2026
Another member is a nurse who was previously involved the National Vaccine Information Center, an advocacy group that questions the safety of vaccines.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 25 Feb. 2026
Broderick Jones’ fifth-year option decision While the quarterback questions loom large, Khan also has a number of other significant roster decisions on the horizon.
—Mike Defabo, New York Times, 23 Feb. 2026
The Connecticut Association of Urban Superintendents, which represents more than 20 urban districts like East Hartford, Meriden, and New Haven, questions the proposals at a time of rising costs.
—Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 22 Feb. 2026
Becket questions some of his actions from time to time but never really strays from the path.
—Bill Goodykoontz, AZCentral.com, 18 Feb. 2026
Noun
Advice columnist Carolyn Hax takes your comments and questions most Fridays about life, family, relationships and more.
—Carolyn Hax, Washington Post, 27 Mar. 2026
With two and a half weeks remaining before the Twins begin their season in Baltimore, there are still plenty of roster questions to be sorted out, particularly in the outfield.
—Betsy Helfand, Twin Cities, 10 Mar. 2026
Readers send Miss Manners not only their table and party questions, but those involving the more complicated aspects of life - romance, work, family relationships, child-rearing, death - as well as philosophical and moral dilemmas.
—Judith Martin, Dallas Morning News, 10 Mar. 2026
Washington has no answer to any of these questions – only a theory of destruction.
—Farah N. Jan, The Conversation, 10 Mar. 2026
California teachers scored 16 on the Teacher Morale Index, which is based on three questions from the Education Week survey.
—Diana Lambert, Los Angeles Times, 10 Mar. 2026
Every festival has had to think about questions being pushed over the last few years, with horrible wars going on in in Ukraine and in Gaza and elsewhere, and a lot of political movements building up around them, and with a lot of political pressure on cultural events, including film festivals.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 9 Mar. 2026
The exact missile type remains unclear, raising questions about whether Iran is trialing medium-range ballistic missiles (MRBMs) with maneuverable or hypersonic capabilities.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 3 Mar. 2026
In January, OpenAI introduced ChatGPT Health, a new version of its chatbot that the company says can analyze users’ medical records, wellness apps and wearable device data to answer health and medical questions.
—CNN Money, 3 Mar. 2026
Verb
Cornyn is fighting for a fifth term in the Senate as Paxton questions his conservative credentials.
—Joe Walsh, CBS News, 4 Mar. 2026
That nobody ever questions Louise is part of the conceit.
—Malavika Kannan, Vulture, 3 Mar. 2026
By juxtaposing humble materials like wood and tagua-nut shell with diamonds and gemstones, the line also questions conventional notions of what’s truly precious.
—Jill Newman, Robb Report, 1 Mar. 2026
One proposal would allow anyone involved with a potential donor who questions if their condition is right for life-support withdrawal to call for a pause in those preparations.
—ABC News, 26 Feb. 2026
Another member is a nurse who was previously involved the National Vaccine Information Center, an advocacy group that questions the safety of vaccines.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 25 Feb. 2026
Broderick Jones’ fifth-year option decision While the quarterback questions loom large, Khan also has a number of other significant roster decisions on the horizon.
—Mike Defabo, New York Times, 23 Feb. 2026
The Connecticut Association of Urban Superintendents, which represents more than 20 urban districts like East Hartford, Meriden, and New Haven, questions the proposals at a time of rising costs.
—Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 22 Feb. 2026
Becket questions some of his actions from time to time but never really strays from the path.
—Bill Goodykoontz, AZCentral.com, 18 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for questions
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Patients affected by the condition targeted by Tuesday's approval experience movement disorders, seizures and other neurological problems that can resemble symptoms of autism.—
MATTHEW PERRONE THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
11 Mar. 2026
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Sasaki’s first two starts in Cactus League play featured some problems with command and plenty of hard contact.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Mar. 2026
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Representatives for Ogles did not respond to requests for comment Monday.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
11 Mar. 2026
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The tiniest requests were dispensed with the utmost care; rooms were primped and fluffed three times a day; special requests for excursions efficiently booked; and dietary preferences noted and recalled with precision.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Mar. 2026
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Uber’s website says service animals must be accommodated in compliance with applicable accessibility laws and the company’s service animal policy, which says there are no exceptions due to allergies, religious objections, or a fear of animals.—
Steve Karnowski,
Twin Cities,
11 Mar. 2026
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On Tuesday night, members of the upper chamber dropped objections to legislation passed by the House of Commons ousting dozens of dukes, earls and viscounts who inherited seats in Parliament along with their aristocratic titles.—
Jill Lawless,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The show is equal parts investigation into the craft of writing and conversation about the topics of an author’s work.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 Mar. 2026
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At the conference, there were several talks each day that delved into esoteric topics, such as gravitational wave physics, that would later dominate the field.—
Scott Neuman,
NPR,
9 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Redirecting food from corporate supply chains to food banks challenges the outdated image many people still have of hunger relief.—
Patty Oconnor,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 Mar. 2026
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The 1995 film version of this exchange between Charlotte and Lizzy, in which the former is portrayed cooly by the unflappable Lucy Scott, challenges the audience’s ability to empathize with Charlotte’s pragmatism, and seems to encourage us to side with Elizabeth’s dismay.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Instead, Europe often debates sovereignty while buying dependency.—
Wolfgang Oels,
Fortune,
1 Mar. 2026
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Springfield too often debates theory while communities experience consequences.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Feb. 2026
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Kajsa Ollongren, the European Union’s special representative for human rights, doubts that the US-Israeli war in Iran will result in regime change in the country.—
Morgan Chalfant,
semafor.com,
9 Mar. 2026
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Nobody doubts the Reds’ attacking quality.—
Graham Ruthven,
New York Times,
3 Mar. 2026
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Dixie asks Buck, having previously ogled the shirtless firefighter during the Firefighter Games.—
Patrick Gomez,
Entertainment Weekly,
6 Mar. 2026
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In a video, Obama asks Virginians to support the voter referendum on the redrawn maps.—
MEG KINNARD THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
6 Mar. 2026
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