in question
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1
—used to indicate the specific thing that is being discussed or referred to
The painting in question is by Rembrandt.
What is in question is not the candidate's private life but her policies.
Where were you on the Sunday in question?
2
: in a state of doubt or uncertainty
His suitability for the job is in question.
The results of the study are in question.
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The fight in question is the Carlos Prates vs. Geoff Neal matchup, which was scheduled for the UFC 314 PPV card.
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Trent Reinsmith, Forbes.com, 2 Apr. 2025
Strategic Stakes The ports in question are among 43 facilities across 23 countries in CK Hutchison's global ports business, according to the original March 4 sale announcement.
—Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2025
The home in question has been left to Sophie (Teresa Palmer), a freelance journalist whose beachy-boho appearance suggests a carefree existence.
—Nina Metz, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2025
The encounter in question took place at a charity polo match in Florida last April.
—Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 1 Apr. 2025
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Trent Reinsmith, Forbes.com, 2 Apr. 2025
Strategic Stakes The ports in question are among 43 facilities across 23 countries in CK Hutchison's global ports business, according to the original March 4 sale announcement.
—Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2025
The home in question has been left to Sophie (Teresa Palmer), a freelance journalist whose beachy-boho appearance suggests a carefree existence.
—Nina Metz, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2025
The encounter in question took place at a charity polo match in Florida last April.
—Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 1 Apr. 2025
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“In question.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20question. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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