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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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2
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
Eric Cortellessa, Time, 11 Sep. 2025
The Observer is bringing back the Panthers mailbag to answer some burning questions from the fan base.
—Mike Kaye
september 10, Charlotte Observer, 10 Sep. 2025
For some of us, AI concerns live next to a broader set of questions around information and technology in general.
—Jamie Merisotis, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
The questions suggest that the commissioners want to see something better than what is offered at Portside Pier, where a second floor walkway was shoehorned into the project after its design, creating a sometimes-awkward experience for restaurant patrons and the public.
—Jennifer Van Grove, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Sep. 2025
Chu said one of those questions for Glinda the Good is what is her definition of home?
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 10 Sep. 2025
Consumers with questions about the public health alert may contact Trader Joe's Customer Relations by phone at (626)-599-3817.
—Amaris Encinas, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2025
David Bowden told the Washington Post that the cleanup duties raise questions about how to maintain the units’ readiness.
—Ross O'Keefe, The Washington Examiner, 4 Sep. 2025
The letter said the secretary's personnel decisions and policy moves had eroded scientific integrity and threatened the safety of the HHS workforce, raising immediate questions about the capacity of the CDC and other agencies to carry out public-health missions.
—Daniel Orton, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
Steve Drummond, NPR, 9 Sep. 2025
The Broadway revival of Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club is ending its run almost a month early amid health struggles for its star and a lawsuit that questions what the production has been doing with its money.
—Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 9 Sep. 2025
The board member who questions your judgment again.
—Naz Beheshti, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Frank also questions the economics.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 7 Sep. 2025
Aaron Siri, managing partner of Siri & Glimstad and one of the lawyers representing Guzman, questions whether the state’s vaccination requirements really protect vulnerable students like Maxwell Jackson and Anessa Hess.
—Brenda Goodman, CNN Money, 5 Sep. 2025
Cassidy then grilled the Cabinet official over his past statements and actions as the former lead attorney for Children’s Health Defense, a nonprofit group that questions the safety of vaccines.
—Alexander Bolton, The Hill, 5 Sep. 2025
Virgil van Dijk took the same action to get out of Southampton and nobody questions his attitude.
—Simon Hughes, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2025
Alma questions her for a moment, because the man being accused is her close friend, but even her slight skeptical instinct is greeted by Maggie as a potential betrayal.
—Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 29 Aug. 2025
Noun
Advertisement Advertisement As Kirk fielded questions from the audience, a shot rang out, striking him in the neck.
—Eric Cortellessa, Time, 11 Sep. 2025
The Observer is bringing back the Panthers mailbag to answer some burning questions from the fan base.
—Mike Kaye
september 10, Charlotte Observer, 10 Sep. 2025
For some of us, AI concerns live next to a broader set of questions around information and technology in general.
—Jamie Merisotis, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
The questions suggest that the commissioners want to see something better than what is offered at Portside Pier, where a second floor walkway was shoehorned into the project after its design, creating a sometimes-awkward experience for restaurant patrons and the public.
—Jennifer Van Grove, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Sep. 2025
Chu said one of those questions for Glinda the Good is what is her definition of home?
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 10 Sep. 2025
Consumers with questions about the public health alert may contact Trader Joe's Customer Relations by phone at (626)-599-3817.
—Amaris Encinas, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2025
David Bowden told the Washington Post that the cleanup duties raise questions about how to maintain the units’ readiness.
—Ross O'Keefe, The Washington Examiner, 4 Sep. 2025
The letter said the secretary's personnel decisions and policy moves had eroded scientific integrity and threatened the safety of the HHS workforce, raising immediate questions about the capacity of the CDC and other agencies to carry out public-health missions.
—Daniel Orton, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
Verb
In her podcast, the high school senior grapples with her family's history and questions her own national identity.
—Steve Drummond, NPR, 9 Sep. 2025
The Broadway revival of Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club is ending its run almost a month early amid health struggles for its star and a lawsuit that questions what the production has been doing with its money.
—Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 9 Sep. 2025
The board member who questions your judgment again.
—Naz Beheshti, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Frank also questions the economics.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 7 Sep. 2025
Aaron Siri, managing partner of Siri & Glimstad and one of the lawyers representing Guzman, questions whether the state’s vaccination requirements really protect vulnerable students like Maxwell Jackson and Anessa Hess.
—Brenda Goodman, CNN Money, 5 Sep. 2025
Cassidy then grilled the Cabinet official over his past statements and actions as the former lead attorney for Children’s Health Defense, a nonprofit group that questions the safety of vaccines.
—Alexander Bolton, The Hill, 5 Sep. 2025
Virgil van Dijk took the same action to get out of Southampton and nobody questions his attitude.
—Simon Hughes, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2025
Alma questions her for a moment, because the man being accused is her close friend, but even her slight skeptical instinct is greeted by Maggie as a potential betrayal.
—Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 29 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for questions
Noun
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Attached to Paxton is a long list of ethical and moral problems.—
Kimberly Ross,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Sep. 2025
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Ellison pledged to give away 95% of his wealth to advance scientific research and solve complex problems related to health and aging.—
Martine Paris,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The program is accepting, reviewing, and processing new enrollment applications and certification requests, according to HHS, and any information ban was lifted in February.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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But Miller said Wake County officials for nearly a decade refused her requests to have her kids reevaluated.—
Fred Clasen-Kelly,
ABC News,
11 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Skilled marketers must proactively address customer objections in their content to win sales.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Additionally, all states allow medical vaccine exemptions, and most states have exemption policies in place for people with strong religious objections in an effort to balance the need for public health with freedom of choice.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Support journalism that digs deeper into topics that matter most to Arkansans.—
Tom Murphy,
Arkansas Online,
12 Sep. 2025
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That impact on a smaller business with less than $50 million in annual revenue could mean immediate business closure, making this one of the most critical topics to discuss in leadership meetings.—
Max Silber,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The Trades as a Leadership Classroom Tradespeople face complex, high stakes challenges every day.—
Dan Ringo,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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A student at the center of high-profile Supreme Court challenges to bans on transgender athletes on female sports teams wants the court to drop her case.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
6 Sep. 2025
Verb
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As Washington debates the future of the space agency, the Perseverance team can only go about its business, sending its rover this way and that, to sniff out clues to Mars’s ancient past.—
Jeffrey Kluger,
Time,
11 Sep. 2025
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During such events, Kirk debates students and others about myriad of topics, some of them controversial.—
Christopher Cann,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
Verb
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His recent tax cuts add to the unsustainable public debt the US is piling up, and to investor doubts our financial health over time.—
Harry Holzer,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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After getting with the medical staff, Topa doubts the knee injury is too serious.—
David Brown,
Twin Cities,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Additionally, the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection asks guests needing special assistance, including those who use supplemental oxygen or have a hearing impairment, to contact the company ahead of time to make proper accommodations.—
Amanda Eyre Ward,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Sep. 2025
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The act asks the courts to force the DOE to disclose all the relevant records involved with the preparation of the report, and to cease relying on it for any regulatory actions.—
Nate Anderson,
ArsTechnica,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Questions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/questions. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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