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dubious

[doo-bee-uhs, dyoo-] / ˈdu bi əs, ˈdyu- /




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Honestly, I’m dubious of the film’s certainty that folks even have the bandwidth to care about such news, let alone agree on what they’re seeing.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

The new contracts for two ageing stars suddenly look very dubious – but this is easy to say now.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

Industry representatives say lawyers encourage homeowners to pursue dubious allegations.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

Cataloging what I have — and tossing anything expired, dubious or otherwise a little grim — feels like a miniature form of spring cleaning.

From Salon • May 12, 2026

“Astonishing. This is a very glowing report,” Lady Constance said, sounding dubious.

From "The Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place: Book I: The Mysterious Howling" by Maryrose Wood




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