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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1
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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2
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
Seth Klamann, Denver Post, 18 July 2025
That had never been allowed because players in those leagues received stipends and were not considered amateurs, but with NIL and revenue sharing that has now been recognized as a moot point.
—Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 21 June 2025
Rob Picheta, CNN, 20 Feb. 2025
Espanyol’s Joan Garcia has been mooted as a younger replacement for Martinez.
—Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 20 May 2025
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Adjective
His pitch to the five counties — where Democrats either occupy all the commissioner seats or have a board majority — soon became a moot point: The list was rescinded shortly after it was released.
—Seth Klamann, Denver Post, 18 July 2025
That had never been allowed because players in those leagues received stipends and were not considered amateurs, but with NIL and revenue sharing that has now been recognized as a moot point.
—Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 21 June 2025
Verb
Paris first mooted putting boots on the ground last year but was roundly rebuffed by Europe.
—Rob Picheta, CNN, 20 Feb. 2025
Espanyol’s Joan Garcia has been mooted as a younger replacement for Martinez.
—Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 20 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for moot
Adjective
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The hardcore wipe in Escape From Tarkov got off to a rough start, with some questionable decisions or simple oversights that really hampered the player experience.—
Mike Stubbs,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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With questionable Dolphins secondary, can better pass rush make up for the back end?—
Chris Perkins,
Sun Sentinel,
15 July 2025
Verb
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Wells Fargo reiterates Microsoft as overweight Wells raised its price target on Microsoft to $600 per share from $585.—
Michael Bloom,
CNBC,
15 July 2025
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This includes: People with diabetes should be aware that prune juice can raise blood sugar levels.—
Ariana Yaptangco,
Glamour,
15 July 2025
Verb
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In fact, as the country debates effective severe weather warning protocols in the aftermath of deadly flash flooding in Texas, the siren community has been vocal about their usefulness.—
Claudia Levens,
jsonline.com,
25 July 2025
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Each body will debate their respective positions, before the three enter into a trilogue to come to a final proposal.—
Jon McGowan,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
Adjective
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However, whether or not this type of use has less impact on social life or mental health is debatable.—
Kelly Burch Published,
Verywell Health,
21 July 2025
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While the usefulness of AI features may be debatable, years of OS and software support are not, which gives Samsung the decisive edge.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
12 July 2025
Verb
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Lillard’s video message also introduced Ulrich, who declined to elaborate on his role in the film.—
Katcy Stephan,
Variety,
25 July 2025
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For the third consecutive year, POP MART pulled out all the stops at San Diego Comic-Con, offering fans an exclusive look at upcoming collections and introducing a few surprise releases featuring new collaborations with Star Wars and Hot Wheels.—
Devin Robertson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 July 2025
Verb
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In this interview, the co-founder of Kodiak Cakes and now founder of Kindling discusses his strategic approach to building a brand, disrupting categories, and the evolving landscape of health-conscious snacking.—
Dave Knox,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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Subscribe On Tuesday, Nvidia also confirmed that Huang was in China and had met government and industry officials to discuss the benefits of AI and ways for researchers to advance safe and secure AI.—
Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
15 July 2025
Verb
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He was photographed and fingerprinted before being placed alone in a cell, where he was later found dead.—
Rey Covarrubias Jr,
AZCentral.com,
20 July 2025
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During a ceremony recognizing Winfield’s athletic and philanthropic successes, St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter announced that a statue of Winfield would be placed at the St. Paul baseball field in the spring to remind young athletes of their own potential for greatness.—
Kristi Miller,
Twin Cities,
20 July 2025
Verb
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But McBride argues that, by this point, Americans had begun viewing hair style as a personal choice, making Jones’s ultimatums controversial.—
Margaret Talbot,
New Yorker,
21 July 2025
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Critics will argue that normalization is politically suicidal for any Pakistani leader.—
Jack Rosen,
New York Daily News,
21 July 2025
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“Moot.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/moot. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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