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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
Deputy News Editor, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2025
Just nine hours before the polls closed on Election Day in New York City, Zohran Mamdani walked into a crowded room full of dozens of NYC content creators and proceeded to answer a non-stop barrage of questions on everything from housing policy to childcare and LGBTQ rights.
—Taylor Lorenz, HollywoodReporter, 5 Nov. 2025
For Neal, whose scholarship explores Black cultural memory and ephemera, the exhibition also raises important questions about preservation and access to Black cultural artifacts.
—Amy Carleton, Charlotte Observer, 5 Nov. 2025
But those questions are misdirected.
—Harvard Business Review, 5 Nov. 2025
The person didn’t respond to further questions, and phone calls to two numbers associated with the email address went unanswered.
—Max Tani, semafor.com, 30 Oct. 2025
Uranus retrograde in Gemini, on the other hand, is equivalent to a mental thunderstorm, flooding our minds with questions and curiosities.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 29 Oct. 2025
This person could have a prepared list of questions, take the lead during appointments.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 29 Oct. 2025
The concept re-emerges four years after the US Navy and Army canceled their railgun programs in 2021, citing excessive costs, technical hurdles, and questions about operational practicality.
—Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 29 Oct. 2025
Andrew Ravens, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
Sean Grayson watches as defense attorney Mark Wykoff questions Kevin Davis, a law enforcement consultant with almost 50 years of experience in policing who has taught thousands of hours of advanced trainings on use of force.
—Selina Guevara, NBC news, 27 Oct. 2025
The play questions the struggle between survival and living or, as described by Wolf, the worth of a life lived in a lie.
—Sophia Arndt, Twin Cities, 23 Oct. 2025
But there’s one style of parenting that questions if that’s really the right strategy.
—Alex Vance, Parents, 21 Oct. 2025
So when Angela Forrest’s fall proves deadly, nobody questions anything.
—Maren Longbella, Boston Herald, 19 Oct. 2025
No one questions the investment, no one questions the way Mayer went to the [Latin] Grammys.
—Ingrid Fajardo, Billboard, 13 Oct. 2025
For Kayla, what began as a small favor has spiraled into a conflict that questions both friendship and personal boundaries.
—Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 8 Oct. 2025
Chanel thus questions the gap between the imaginations of AI and technology, and that of craftsmanship.
—Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 7 Oct. 2025
Noun
Tuesday's losses by the GOP could be viewed as a barometer for voter attitudes ahead of the 2026 midterms, reflecting broader dissatisfaction among core Republican constituencies and raising questions about the party's direction and messaging.
—Deputy News Editor, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2025
Just nine hours before the polls closed on Election Day in New York City, Zohran Mamdani walked into a crowded room full of dozens of NYC content creators and proceeded to answer a non-stop barrage of questions on everything from housing policy to childcare and LGBTQ rights.
—Taylor Lorenz, HollywoodReporter, 5 Nov. 2025
For Neal, whose scholarship explores Black cultural memory and ephemera, the exhibition also raises important questions about preservation and access to Black cultural artifacts.
—Amy Carleton, Charlotte Observer, 5 Nov. 2025
But those questions are misdirected.
—Harvard Business Review, 5 Nov. 2025
The person didn’t respond to further questions, and phone calls to two numbers associated with the email address went unanswered.
—Max Tani, semafor.com, 30 Oct. 2025
Uranus retrograde in Gemini, on the other hand, is equivalent to a mental thunderstorm, flooding our minds with questions and curiosities.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 29 Oct. 2025
This person could have a prepared list of questions, take the lead during appointments.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 29 Oct. 2025
The concept re-emerges four years after the US Navy and Army canceled their railgun programs in 2021, citing excessive costs, technical hurdles, and questions about operational practicality.
—Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 29 Oct. 2025
Verb
While Konnan questions her readiness, WWE is moving forward with Cargill as the brand's top female star.
—Andrew Ravens, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
Sean Grayson watches as defense attorney Mark Wykoff questions Kevin Davis, a law enforcement consultant with almost 50 years of experience in policing who has taught thousands of hours of advanced trainings on use of force.
—Selina Guevara, NBC news, 27 Oct. 2025
The play questions the struggle between survival and living or, as described by Wolf, the worth of a life lived in a lie.
—Sophia Arndt, Twin Cities, 23 Oct. 2025
But there’s one style of parenting that questions if that’s really the right strategy.
—Alex Vance, Parents, 21 Oct. 2025
So when Angela Forrest’s fall proves deadly, nobody questions anything.
—Maren Longbella, Boston Herald, 19 Oct. 2025
No one questions the investment, no one questions the way Mayer went to the [Latin] Grammys.
—Ingrid Fajardo, Billboard, 13 Oct. 2025
For Kayla, what began as a small favor has spiraled into a conflict that questions both friendship and personal boundaries.
—Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 8 Oct. 2025
Chanel thus questions the gap between the imaginations of AI and technology, and that of craftsmanship.
—Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 7 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for questions
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As well as visibility of the northern lights, strong geomagnetic storms can also cause problems with technology, such as fluctations in the power grid and interference with satellites, which can affect GPS.—
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Plus, in his first weeks of discussions with the union’s staff, Astin became more aware of problems involving auditions and casting directors.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
6 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Both Lillig and his attorney, Sean Pickett, did not respond to requests for comment Wednesday.—
Nathan Pilling,
Kansas City Star,
6 Nov. 2025
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Tesla did not respond to a requests for comment, but the board has strongly advocated for this pay package in SEC filings and public comments.—
Camila Domonoske,
NPR,
6 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Holder’s prosecutorial discretion also raised objections.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
6 Nov. 2025
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Penn outbid a number of other suitors for the ESPN business, and the tie-up has faced objections from investors since the very beginning.—
Eben Novy-Williams,
Sportico.com,
6 Nov. 2025
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Support journalism that digs deeper into topics that matter most to Arkansans.—
Cristina LaRue,
Arkansas Online,
7 Nov. 2025
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Lasky also integrates tangential but no-less-compelling topics, like the show-stopping style of Iris Apfel and her influence on Lasky’s mother, and Lasky’s evergreen obsession with The Shining.—
Diana Arterian,
Literary Hub,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The work also challenges the assumption that dew collection only works in humid climates.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Nov. 2025
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The Louisiana case challenges the state’s 2024 congressional map, which created a second majority-Black district.—
Mandy Taheri,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Columbia University has found itself in major First Amendment debates − on and off campus.—
BrieAnna J. Frank,
USA Today,
27 Oct. 2025
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And now, many financial advisors are watching as Congress debates Affordable Care Act health insurance subsidies amid the government shutdown.—
Kate Dore, CFP®, EA,
CNBC,
20 Oct. 2025
Verb
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If anyone doubts that Meghan Markle has become one of the most polarizing figures in American pop culture, look no further than the dueling viewpoints presented of her this week by two of the country’s most powerful media personalities, Oprah Winfrey and Megyn Kelly.—
Martha Ross,
Mercury News,
6 Nov. 2025
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Paul also doubts the car would stop working so quickly after being inspected by employees.—
Gina Lee Castro,
jsonline.com,
30 Oct. 2025
Verb
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In an exclusive clip from their conversation below, which was shared with PEOPLE before the interview airs, Lara asks Hines how those close to her responded when Kennedy fully embraced MAGA.—
Greta Bjornson,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
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According to court documents, the Marathon County Sheriff's Office notifies ICE of every person booked into the jail who was not born in the United States, and asks if the agency wants a detainer.—
Laura Schulte,
jsonline.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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“Questions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/questions. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.
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