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dubious

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




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There are morally and ethically dubious questions aplenty.

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

The decision will prevent branded drug makers from using dubious patent infringement lawsuits to squash low-cost competition.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

The new contracts for two ageing stars suddenly look very dubious – but this is easy to say now.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

Concern now rests upon multiple dubious candlesticks between March 16 and April 7, including three bearish engulfing candles and several dojis.

From Barron's • Apr. 27, 2026

Others came to sell a story through somewhat more dubious means.

From "Mountain of Fire" by Rebecca E. F. Barone




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