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It is doubtful that any Churchill-like figure—were one available—could thrive.

But from the moment the OSCE team arrived at the site, it began to look doubtful the inquiry had any chance to succeed.

Whether the vote in a rump referendum over the weekend genuinely reflected public opinion in the eastern-most regions is doubtful.

But it is doubtful anyone will ever prove who poisoned Arafat, if poisoned he was.

Stunned, and then immediately doubtful—and, honestly, can you blame us?

The place was well defended by earthworks and natural parapets, and for several hours the issue of the contest was doubtful.

Nothing doubtful or "reputed" ever arrived in the huge packing-cases consigned to Walls End Castle.

It is to be feared that like the sauce of sauces in the hands of the inexperienced cook, the result is more than doubtful.

It is doubtful whether the huge commercial premium that greets success to-day does good or harm.

For a considerable time it appeared very doubtful how the battle would end.

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On this page you'll find 200 synonyms, antonyms, and words related to doubtful, such as: debatable, dicey, dubious, hazy, indecisive, and insecure.

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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