be doubtful

Frequency: 8.5150.2 per million words

to express a state of uncertainty

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Examples (20)

  • I am doubtful about his chances of success.
  • It is doubtful that he will arrive on time.
  • She was doubtful about whether to accept the job offer.
  • The success of the project was doubtful from the very beginning.
  • It is doubtful that the project will be completed on time.
  • Whether the new policy will be effective is doubtful.
  • If the evidence is weak, the jury will be doubtful.
  • Given the current economic climate, the company's future growth is doubtful.
  • The outcome of the match is doubtful due to the star player's injury.
  • It is still doubtful whether we can secure the funding.
  • His ability to finish the marathon is doubtful after his recent illness.
  • The authenticity of the painting is doubtful and requires further investigation.
  • Are you doubtful about the accuracy of this report?
  • Without more evidence, the defendant's conviction was doubtful.
  • It is highly doubtful that they will arrive before midnight.
  • It is highly doubtful that they will meet the deadline.
  • The investors were doubtful about the new business plan's feasibility.
  • The practical value of his invention is rather doubtful.
  • The long-term success of the peace talks is doubtful without a neutral mediator.
  • After his injury, his participation in the final match is doubtful.