vexed question
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
To call this a vexed question is putting it mildly.
From Salon ● Sep. 15, 2026
A similar query arises when the author comes to the vexed question of how, and if, a diarist’s confidential work should be preserved.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 6, 2026
Those recommendations would cover "identifying and expanding sources of funding" - referring to the vexed question of which countries should pay into the new fund.
From Reuters ● Nov. 19, 2022
More simply, it’s a knowing joke about the role of the model, and the vexed question of her collaboration with her artist-lover.
From New York Times ● Aug. 9, 2022
This may be conceded without entering upon the vexed question of the general deterioration of the Jennerian stock of vaccine.
From A System of Practical Medicine by American Authors, Vol. I Volume 1: Pathology and General Diseases by Various
Random Word
Spin the wheel and learn a new word!
Get a word