in doubt
idiom
: in a state of being uncertain or unsure
The outcome was in doubt until the final seconds of the game.
The future of the company remains very much in doubt.
When/if in doubt, please contact us with your questions.
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Maria Ward, Vogue, 10 Apr. 2025
Our best advice: When in doubt, ask your health care provider or pharmacist if your medication happens to be among that number, or check the accompanying information sheet or drug facts label.
—Caroline Tien, SELF, 7 Apr. 2025
When in doubt, bring a sample to your local county Extension office for identification.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 5 Apr. 2025
Always be cautious if a familiar voice asks for unusual requests or personal details, and verify the call independently if in doubt.
—Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2025
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Maria Ward, Vogue, 10 Apr. 2025
Our best advice: When in doubt, ask your health care provider or pharmacist if your medication happens to be among that number, or check the accompanying information sheet or drug facts label.
—Caroline Tien, SELF, 7 Apr. 2025
When in doubt, bring a sample to your local county Extension office for identification.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 5 Apr. 2025
Always be cautious if a familiar voice asks for unusual requests or personal details, and verify the call independently if in doubt.
—Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for in doubt
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“In doubt.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20doubt. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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