- present participle of question.
questioning
Example Sentences
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As if given an inviolable order, kids who’d never met Charles avoided him without knowing, questioning or caring why.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
Earlier in 2026 there was talk in the markets to the effect that some SoftBank insiders were questioning the wisdom of its chief executive’s unwavering commitment to OpenAI.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026
John Adams’ “Harmonium” operates on questioning, shifting moods of introspection, humility and awe.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
But red tape is now threatening the future of many bakers' culinary creations as some councils in England are reviewing their street trading policies, and questioning whether cake sheds should require a licence.
From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026
I give Amma a questioning look, but she avoids my eyes.
From "Born Behind Bars" by Padma Venkatraman
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