be dubious
Example Sentences
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Claims that Charles Tuberville was a tank commander were also determined to be dubious as his tombstone lists his highest rank as technician fifth grade, a designation that indicated technical skills but not combat leadership.
From Salon • Jul. 26, 2023
The critics had good reason to be dubious.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 6, 2022
They were right to be dubious: Over the last few years, Ms. Nuckolls kept noticing inaccurate payment counts when she checked on her status.
From New York Times • Jan. 25, 2022
I want to tell my partner, but I know his reaction will be dubious at best.
From Slate • Sep. 1, 2020
That the days would be dubious I must have known when I set out to bring Viola back from Belgium.
From The Belfry by Sinclair, May
