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Which author wrote, "The world is full of… handsome, dubious eggs, called possibilities"?

dubious

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




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Tsuda's legal team argued the account only gained traction because "its dubious, sordid content was narrated by the attractive voice of a popular actor".

From Barron's ● Sep. 30, 2026

With an 82-80 record, the 2005 San Diego Padres currently hold the dubious honor of being the worst squad ever to qualify for the playoffs in an uninterrupted season.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 18, 2026

But I’m highly dubious of his presidential prospects nonetheless.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 13, 2026

Being a Cane’s newbie, I felt dubious about this pitch.

From Slate ● Aug. 24, 2026

“Don’t add liar to your list of dubious accomplishments.”

From "Hattie Big Sky" by Kirby Larson




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