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doubtful

[dout-fuhl] / ˈdaʊt fəl /




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It’s doubtful that Ross or any judge would exhibit such leniency from the bench when confronted with litigants’ similar misconduct.

From Slate • Jun. 8, 2026

It remains highly doubtful Kouame can go all the way and become France's first men's champion since Yannick Noah in 1983.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

“You reveled in his company. He filled you with energy and humor when you felt doubtful and weak,” said Anna Wintour, the global editorial director of Vogue and Conde Nast’s chief content officer.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

"It seems doubtful to me that either can control AI."

From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026

He had money for us that he claimed was owed to my father, though this is doubtful.

From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver




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