Come into question
phrase
To doubt or challenge something because new information has made people unsure if it is correct or true.
The athlete's qualification came into question when it was revealed he had failed a drug test.
Often appears as...
- integrity comes into question
- honesty comes into question
Usage tips
Disapproving
phrase
To doubt or challenge something because new information has made people unsure if it is correct or true.
The athlete's qualification came into question when it was revealed he had failed a drug test.
Often appears as...
- integrity comes into question
- honesty comes into question
Usage tips
Disapproving
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Questioning Validity
Use it when new facts create doubts about something previously believed to be true.
His alibi came into question after the new witness testimony.
Pro Tip 2/3Implying Disapproval
It suggests a negative view or disappointment in something or someone.
The minister's decision came into question when the scandal surfaced.
Pro Tip 3/3Triggered by Facts
It occurs because concrete evidence or information contradicts previous beliefs.
His reasons for resigning came into question when emails were leaked.
Pro Tip 1/3Questioning Validity
Use it when new facts create doubts about something previously believed to be true.
His alibi came into question after the new witness testimony.
Pro Tip 2/3Implying Disapproval
It suggests a negative view or disappointment in something or someone.
The minister's decision came into question when the scandal surfaced.
Pro Tip 3/3Triggered by Facts
It occurs because concrete evidence or information contradicts previous beliefs.
His reasons for resigning came into question when emails were leaked.
Pro Tip 1/3Questioning Validity
Use it when new facts create doubts about something previously believed to be true.
His alibi came into question after the new witness testimony.
Pro Tip 2/3Implying Disapproval
It suggests a negative view or disappointment in something or someone.
The minister's decision came into question when the scandal surfaced.
Pro Tip 3/3Triggered by Facts
It occurs because concrete evidence or information contradicts previous beliefs.
His reasons for resigning came into question when emails were leaked.
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