doubt
verb (used with object)
to be uncertain about; consider questionable or unlikely; hesitate to believe.
doubting
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present participleof doubt.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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To watch these real and fictional partnerships play out without doubting their credibility is… I don’t know, is uplifting the word?
From Salon ● Oct. 22, 2026
Why did I start doubting my contraception choices?
From BBC ● Aug. 1, 2026
Reiterating it doesn’t necessarily prevent some allies from still doubting the U.S. commitment, given previous remarks by U.S. leaders.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 9, 2026
He sees the junk that AI puts out is a shot in the arm for creatives who are doubting their own instincts.
From Salon ● Jul. 5, 2026
And if you want me to keep updating you, you'll apologize for doubting me.
From "Allegiant" by Veronica Roth
