in question
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1
—used to indicate the specific thing that is being discussed or referred to
The painting in question is by Rembrandt.
What is in question is not the candidate's private life but her policies.
Where were you on the Sunday in question?
2
: in a state of doubt or uncertainty
His suitability for the job is in question.
The results of the study are in question.
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His leaderships abilities have never been in question.
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Dan Freedman, Forbes, 9 Mar. 2025
Additionally, individuals have the right to appeal an overpayment decision or the amount in question.
—William Lambers, Newsweek, 8 Mar. 2025
The lawsuit alleges that the 6-year-old victim in question suffered a physical injury as a result of Gridley’s abuse.
—Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 8 Mar. 2025
One such antioxidant in question is vitamin E, which boosts cellular restoration and speeds up your skin's natural repair processes.
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Dan Freedman, Forbes, 9 Mar. 2025
Additionally, individuals have the right to appeal an overpayment decision or the amount in question.
—William Lambers, Newsweek, 8 Mar. 2025
The lawsuit alleges that the 6-year-old victim in question suffered a physical injury as a result of Gridley’s abuse.
—Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 8 Mar. 2025
One such antioxidant in question is vitamin E, which boosts cellular restoration and speeds up your skin's natural repair processes.
—Deanna Pai, Allure, 8 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for in question
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“In question.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20question. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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