in question

Idioms  

1. Under consideration, referring to the subject being discussed, as in No new facts have been discovered about the period in question. Shakespeare used this idiom in Cymbeline (1:1): “His father ... had, besides the gentleman in question, two other sons.” [c. 1600] Also see call in question.

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Example Sentences

The goods in question included Nvidia-made semiconductors, highly coveted AI chips which are subject to export controls.

From BBC

It added that the version of the documentary it received "did not include the edit in question" as the international version had been "cut down in a number of places for time".

From BBC

This can also be arranged now through a “deed-back program,” if the company in question allows one.

From MarketWatch

“Now that is all in question,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal

Sarwar claimed high-reach appliances in the city had been cut from six to two, both of which were off for annual inspection on the night in question.

From BBC

Related Words

• faulty
• frail
• imperfect
• untrustworthy