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Recent Examples of iffy
The rapper previously stated on The Joe Budden Podcast that Ye was iffy with his support of Pusha T in his battle with Drake.
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Jessica Bennett, VIBE.com, 2 June 2025
Beyond the iffy climate benefit lie broader concerns about what this means for the transit systems in New York, San Francisco, Chicago, Philadelphia, Dallas, Boston, and Baltimore—and the people who rely on them.
—Sophie Hurwitz, Wired News, 7 June 2025
The outfielder was busy in the fourth inning, first robbing David Fry of extra bases at the right field wall after taking an iffy path to a leaping catch.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 6 June 2025
With starts against the White Sox and Cardinals up next, though, there isn’t a better young, high-upside starter with a good schedule and iffy results so far, so Leiter stands atop the heap.
—Eno Sarris, New York Times, 20 May 2025
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Jessica Bennett, VIBE.com, 2 June 2025
Beyond the iffy climate benefit lie broader concerns about what this means for the transit systems in New York, San Francisco, Chicago, Philadelphia, Dallas, Boston, and Baltimore—and the people who rely on them.
—Sophie Hurwitz, Wired News, 7 June 2025
The outfielder was busy in the fourth inning, first robbing David Fry of extra bases at the right field wall after taking an iffy path to a leaping catch.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 6 June 2025
With starts against the White Sox and Cardinals up next, though, there isn’t a better young, high-upside starter with a good schedule and iffy results so far, so Leiter stands atop the heap.
—Eno Sarris, New York Times, 20 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for iffy
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However, based on the questionable quality of the data, not all experts are convinced that the AI model is accurate.—
Joanna Thompson,
Space.com,
21 June 2025
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However, many travelers don't think twice about buying a cheap charging cable from a questionable vendor at an airport shop or online marketplace, making these cables a more successful point of attack.—
Iona Brannon,
Travel + Leisure,
21 June 2025
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Attempts to stem the flow of materials that could aid Kim's nuclear program became even more problematic last year when Russia vetoed a UN Security Council resolution that would have extended the mandate of a panel of experts enforcing sanctions on North Korea.—
Micah McCartney,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 June 2025
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And if that decline becomes problematic, it will likely be tied to physical decline that makes an LTIR exit viable.—
Jonas Siegel,
New York Times,
19 June 2025
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Iran’s brief but brutal war with Israel has left its theocratic regime facing an uncertain future.—
Tom Chivers,
semafor.com,
25 June 2025
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Overall, the challenges highlighted by business leaders included uncertain economic conditions (55 percent), tariffs (41 percent), and revenue and sales growth (41 percent).—
Hugh Cameron,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 June 2025
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Plus, despite his size, Henderson is a tough and nasty pass blocker who can bully blitzing linebackers, which is an important trait behind what could be a shaky offensive line.—
Chad Graff,
New York Times,
18 June 2025
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And the job security for McDaniel and general manager Chris Grier is shaky, at best.—
Chris Perkins,
Sun Sentinel,
18 June 2025
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But some fear Newsom might even veto the $110 million, although this seems doubtful, given the public anger that could generate.—
George Skelton,
Los Angeles Times,
23 June 2025
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Whether Baghdad would risk firing these at intruding IAF jets that are not actively attacking targets on its territory is doubtful, given the crushing retaliation doing so would likely incur.—
Paul Iddon,
Forbes.com,
22 June 2025
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While the films’ impact on government policy and/or public opinion is debatable, movies large and small have been at the forefront of some of the 21st century’s most difficult conversations.—
David Ehrlich,
IndieWire,
25 June 2025
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How much coffee per day leads to healthy aging is debatable.—
Renée Onque,
CNBC,
20 June 2025
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There’s a lot riding on this Evita that’s costing north of $6 million for a 12-week limited run.—
Baz Bamigboye,
Deadline,
20 June 2025
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The limited engagement is set to run through Jan. 4, 2026.—
Althea Legaspi,
Rolling Stone,
9 June 2025
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In the back garden, for example, there’s a shady grove with hammocks and low seating that is one of the couple’s favorite places to enjoy quiet moments.—
Katia Contreras,
Architectural Digest,
19 June 2025
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Best Types of Hibiscus for Hummingbirds Hibiscus plants come in a range of options—from native perennials to tropical annuals—all of which attract hummingbirds and are suited for sunny to partly shady spaces, says Myers.—
Anne Readel,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 June 2025
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“Iffy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/iffy. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.
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