ask sceptically

Frequency: 6.01.5 per million words

to inquire with doubt or disbelief

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Examples (10)

  • 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.