as in questionable
open to question or dispute
it's a moot question what might have happened if the American colonies had not broken away from Great Britain
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as in to raise
to present or bring forward for discussion
conservatives had shouted down the proposal when it was first mooted
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2
as in to debate
to talk about (an issue) usually from various points of view and for the purpose of arriving at a decision or opinion
the issue of whether a person's nature or upbringing is more important continues to be mooted by experts and laymen alike
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Recent Examples of moot
Brooks Kubena, The Athletic, 3 Jan. 2025
Ultimately, the debate over the ability of malicious hackers to trigger a continent-wide blackout is moot and a distraction from the issue that really matters.
—Dan Goodin, Ars Technica, 23 Jan. 2025
Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 9 Jan. 2025
Reviving a Test fund has been mooted and initiated by Australia, with a minimum Test match fee of $10,000 for players hoped to ward off those enticed by T20 leagues.
—Tristan Lavalette, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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Adjective
Snub is moot for Mailata Mailata’s projections of peace paired well with his teammates’ irritation.
—Brooks Kubena, The Athletic, 3 Jan. 2025
Ultimately, the debate over the ability of malicious hackers to trigger a continent-wide blackout is moot and a distraction from the issue that really matters.
—Dan Goodin, Ars Technica, 23 Jan. 2025
Verb
Trump has also mooted the idea of turning Canada into the 51st state and to change the name of the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America.
—Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 9 Jan. 2025
Reviving a Test fund has been mooted and initiated by Australia, with a minimum Test match fee of $10,000 for players hoped to ward off those enticed by T20 leagues.
—Tristan Lavalette, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for moot
Adjective
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People are still perplexed and saddened by the questionable move on the Mavericks' side, especially their majority owner, Mark Cuban.—
Yaakov Katz,
Newsweek,
9 Feb. 2025
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Officiating has been a hot topic of late as questionable calls seemingly took over two of the Chiefs’ playoff wins — against the Houston Texans and Buffalo Bills.—
Ryan Gaydos,
Fox News,
7 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Applied had previously raised $42 million in 2022 from G42 and Dubai’s ruling Al Maktoum family, Bloomberg reported.—
Iain Martin,
Forbes,
10 Feb. 2025
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The event raised $3.5 million for pediatric cancer research.—
Allyson Portee,
The Hollywood Reporter,
10 Feb. 2025
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Officials are also debating possible new homebuilding regulations, including rezoning for lower housing density in especially fire-prone areas, and expediting a set of forthcoming standards for removing debris, flammable vegetation and wooden fences from the perimeters of homes.—
Monica Hunter-Hart,
Forbes,
16 Feb. 2025
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Listen to this article Candidates for Evanston mayor and City Council debated what the next four years, and the next 20 years, should look like in the city at a forum hosted at the former site of Second Church of Christ on Feb. 9.—
Richard Requena,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Feb. 2025
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Again, if the goal is to increase American manufacturing jobs, that's debatable.—
Nathaniel Rakich,
ABC News,
13 Feb. 2025
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Whether Chappelle needed this advice or not is debatable, given that Chappelle is undoubtedly a seasoned performer.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
20 Jan. 2025
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Season 2 also introduces the multiverse and many more aliens, including the introduction of Mark’s younger half-brother.—
Matt Brennan,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Feb. 2025
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Now, a Democratic lawmaker in Congress has introduced a bill that would end federal contracts for special government employees (like Musk), citing conflict-of-interest concerns.—
Stephen Clark,
Ars Technica,
7 Feb. 2025
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Steve Bannon has discussed with New York state prosecutors a potential plea deal in its criminal case charging the longtime ally of President Donald Trump with defrauding donors to a southern border wall, according to media reports.—
Aysha Bagchi,
USA TODAY,
11 Feb. 2025
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Today, world leaders from over 90 countries will gather in Paris to discuss artificial intelligence policy.—
Henry Papadatos,
TIME,
10 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Quarles was initially announced for release to the Campo home, but sheriff’s officials announced this week that Wakefield will be placed there instead.—
City News Service,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Feb. 2025
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What To Know Ali placed a temporary injunction on Secretary of State Marco Rubio and others in the Trump administration, at the request of two aid agencies that receive funding from USAID, AIDS Vaccine Advocacy Coalition and Global Health Council.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
14 Feb. 2025
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While it can be argued that the 20th century was defined by long-term employment and prioritizing a sense of stability, the modern landscape—carved in large by younger generations—revolves around personal fulfillment, work-life balance, and a sense of belonging.—
Chris Gallagher,
USA TODAY,
15 Feb. 2025
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During his speech in Germany, Vance sharply criticized European governance, arguing that the continent faced internal problems and that its commitment to democracy and free speech was struggling.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
15 Feb. 2025
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“Moot.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/moot. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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