ask sceptically
Frequency: 6.01.5 per million words
to inquire with doubt or disbelief
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- He asked sceptically if the new plan would truly work.
- The audience asked sceptically for more evidence to support the claims.
- Always ask sceptically when someone makes an extraordinary claim.
- She couldn't help but ask sceptically about the politician's sudden change of heart.
- Before investing, it's wise to ask sceptically about the projected returns.
- The detective asked sceptically, trying to find inconsistencies in the witness's story.
- Many citizens asked sceptically whether the new policy would genuinely benefit them.
- When confronted with such an unlikely story, one tends to ask sceptically.
- He had asked sceptically about the promised improvements, and his doubts were confirmed.
- If you ask sceptically, you might discover hidden truths.