in question
idiom
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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Bell, who went on to co-found the glasswork firm Clayton and Bell, lived at the apartment in question while Burlison occupied the property next door.
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Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 16 May 2024
This only thing in question in Carolina is what will Jerry Jones do to upset the Panthers owner this year after making Jimmy Johnson’s Ring of Honor announcement on his home field a year ago.
—Clarence E. Hill Jr., Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 May 2024
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Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 16 May 2024
This only thing in question in Carolina is what will Jerry Jones do to upset the Panthers owner this year after making Jimmy Johnson’s Ring of Honor announcement on his home field a year ago.
—Clarence E. Hill Jr., Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 May 2024
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“In question.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20question. Accessed 29 May. 2024.
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