in question
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1
—used to indicate the specific thing that is being discussed or referred to
The painting in question is by Rembrandt.
What is in question is not the candidate's private life but her policies.
Where were you on the Sunday in question?
2
: in a state of doubt or uncertainty
His suitability for the job is in question.
The results of the study are in question.
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Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 19 July 2025
However, as the album moves along, the couple in question stick it out together.
—Mackenzie Cummings-Grady, Billboard, 18 July 2025
The Biden-era rule in question was expected to reduce exposure to substances that can cause developmental delays in children, as well as heart attacks and cancer.
—Rachel Frazin, The Hill, 18 July 2025
The star in question is Aldebaran, a first-magnitude star that shines with a distinct orange hue and marks the right eye of Taurus, the Bull.
—Joe Rao, Space.com, 18 July 2025
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“In question.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20question. Accessed 25 Jul. 2025.
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