doubtful
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It’s doubtful that Ross or any judge would exhibit such leniency from the bench when confronted with litigants’ similar misconduct.
From Slate • Jun. 8, 2026
Even if it could be done, whether it should be done is doubtful.
From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026
“We are doubtful that these firmer March and April numbers mark the start of a sudden upward trend in job creation,” said James Knightley, chief international economist at ING.
From MarketWatch • May 9, 2026
Collett rejected this, and said "it is doubtful that vigorous children and teenagers would take much notice".
From BBC • May 6, 2026
Everyone thought he was mad and that even if he succeeded in building the railway, which was doubtful, there wouldn’t be any demand for it.
From "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson
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