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debatable

[dih-bey-tuh-buhl] / dɪˈbeɪ tə bəl /


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For all that, the description of Musk as a trillionaire rests on the debatable value of SpaceX, which accounts — by Bloomberg’s estimate — for nearly 78% of Musk’s net worth.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 1, 2026

It is debatable whether Leonardo, or some anonymous artisan, perfected the design, but the first wheellocks emerged soon after.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 19, 2026

America will remain immensely powerful, but its ability and willingness to act in this way seems increasingly debatable.

From MarketWatch May 31, 2026

Julian Alvarez then equalised with a penalty after a debatable handball decision given against Ben White - more on that later.

From BBC Apr. 29, 2026

Just why Mr. Frodo was selling his beautiful hole was even more debatable than the price.

From "The Fellowship of the Ring" by J.R.R. Tolkien




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