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skeptic

[skep-tik] / ˈskɛp tɪk /


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Until a few years ago, Levanon was a longtime skeptic of the idea that transformative technologies would sharply boost productivity and speed up the long-term growth of the U.S. economy.

From MarketWatch Aug. 20, 2026

He has cast himself internally as a skeptic of antitrust law and the department’s litigation work more broadly.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 25, 2026

As it turns out, even the most committed skeptic can be won over by a plate of greasy, crisp hash browns, a perfectly smoked brisket or a side of ranch.

From Salon Jun. 17, 2026

A frightening encounter with a fabled Sea Hag in the third episode turns dyed-in-the-wool skeptic Tom into a believer, allowing Rhys to exercise his pipes and impressive pitch.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 8, 2026

One policy alone can’t save the world, the skeptic might respond.

From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander

I’ve also come to understand that some of Miyazaki’s offerings are tastes worth acquiring through a few tries, even for skeptics.

From Salon Aug. 4, 2026

Elon Musk has repeatedly accomplished things that skeptics considered impossible.

From MarketWatch Aug. 3, 2026

As for smell, a common concern among skeptics, I only found the bison tallow scent noticeably strong.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 27, 2026

As Ms. Wilensky-Lanford notes, at the time of the nation’s founding, Baptist firebrands and Deist skeptics worked together in the cause of liberty.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 21, 2026

‘Abu had to go out and get a PC and a dial-up modem. The skeptics all said, ‘It takes people a long time to change their habits and learn a new technology.’

From "The World Is Flat" by Thomas L. Friedman




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