as in skeptical
inclined to doubt or question claims
congenitally doubting viewers will wonder if there's anything real about that so-called reality show
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as in questioning
to have no trust or confidence in
I doubt that you can do all that you say
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Recent Examples of doubting
Emily Trainham, Fox News, 29 Dec. 2024
Injuries have hampered his career a bit, but there is no doubting his talents, especially on the offensive end.
—Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024
Despite the reports, some are doubting that anything serious is going on.
—Steve Almasy, CNN, 16 Dec. 2024
The video game industry might be a mess right now (layoffs continued in 2024 unabated), but there’s no doubting the burning, white-hot talent of its creatives.
—Vulture Editors, Vulture, 13 Dec. 2024
There’s no doubting the Ford Mustang GTD’s supercar credentials now.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 10 Dec. 2024
Those critics have spent several years berating and doubting her—especially following her most notable setback, in 2021, when she was suspended from the Tokyo Olympics.
—Essence, 10 Dec. 2024
Like many manufacturers, Samsung is doubting down on the capabilities of generative AI to improve the user experience… alongside the usual raft of bug fixes, updates, and software tweaks.
—Ewan Spence, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
There is no doubting Maddison’s ability as a midfield creator.
—Graham Ruthven, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
Verb
Hope this helps anyone out there doubting their own post partum recovery.
—Emily Trainham, Fox News, 29 Dec. 2024
Injuries have hampered his career a bit, but there is no doubting his talents, especially on the offensive end.
—Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024
Despite the reports, some are doubting that anything serious is going on.
—Steve Almasy, CNN, 16 Dec. 2024
The video game industry might be a mess right now (layoffs continued in 2024 unabated), but there’s no doubting the burning, white-hot talent of its creatives.
—Vulture Editors, Vulture, 13 Dec. 2024
There’s no doubting the Ford Mustang GTD’s supercar credentials now.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 10 Dec. 2024
Those critics have spent several years berating and doubting her—especially following her most notable setback, in 2021, when she was suspended from the Tokyo Olympics.
—Essence, 10 Dec. 2024
Like many manufacturers, Samsung is doubting down on the capabilities of generative AI to improve the user experience… alongside the usual raft of bug fixes, updates, and software tweaks.
—Ewan Spence, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
There is no doubting Maddison’s ability as a midfield creator.
—Graham Ruthven, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for doubting
Adjective
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But many scientists were skeptical whether the technique would pay off.—
Shi En Kim,
Smithsonian Magazine,
1 Apr. 2025
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But economists are skeptical that these tariffs can bring in as much as Mr. Trump claims, as consumers will likely reduce their spending on foreign goods when prices go up.—
Laura Doan,
CBS News,
1 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Despite more positive reports in previous months, concerns remain about the economic outlook, leaving policymakers and businesses questioning whether the downturn in confidence will translate to slower growth in 2024.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
24 Dec. 2024
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Posts may leave us questioning our qualifications, competence, and intelligence.—
Dr. Angélica S. Gutiérrez,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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At least 11 cables were damaged in the Baltic Sea within 15 months, the alliance heavily suspicious of Russian influence.—
John W. Dean,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Apr. 2025
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The only giveaway is the web address, which often uses suspicious or misspelled domains.—
Alex Vakulov,
Forbes.com,
6 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Dawn Staley, who’s undefeated in NCAA finals, is cautious in taking that fact into consideration.—
Roberta F. Rodrigues,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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Be cautious about fertilizing, as nitrogen can interfere with blooming.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
4 Apr. 2025
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“Doubting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/doubting. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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