Example Sentences

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This created a “competition for botanical immortality,” as dubiously qualified botanists described and named plants for personal glory.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

But amid the furore, centre Tom Shanklin kept his cool to set up one try and - dubiously - claim an assist for another.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2025

It's that ebullient zest for discovery that's kept Steves such a durable resource in a field now glutted with dubiously qualified influencers.

From Salon • Feb. 28, 2025

Ethical standards are a fine reason not to publish dubiously obtained material.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 16, 2024

Jess asked dubiously as we walked through the front doors of the store.

From "Twilight" by Stephenie Meyer