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dubious

[doo-bee-uhs, dyoo-] / ˈdu bi əs, ˈdju- /




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Musk’s designation as the world’s first trillionaire is based on dubious Wall Street math.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 23, 2026

Lincicome added that Washington's discrimination claims over dairy products could be seen as "dubious" too as they relate to terms of Canada's trade deal with the European Union.

From Barron's Jul. 20, 2026

With the country’s dramatic gender imbalance at the forefront, this documentary on ‘POV’ follows a dubious dating coach in Chongqing as he trains young men to help them find a mate.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 17, 2026

After doubling down on this case, Blanche oversaw a highly dubious indictment that accused Abrego Garcia of human smuggling.

From Slate Jul. 9, 2026

To scare a confession out of this dubious Mr. Drysdale, I had but one speaking part.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan




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