cast doubt on
phrase
: to make (something) seem less likely
The incident cast doubt on her honesty.
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Three days of heavy thunderstorms, with more on the way, cast doubt on whether Chicago suburbs would even be able to hold parades and fireworks.
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Pioneer Press,
Chicago Tribune,
5 July 2026
Those struggles and another premature playoff exit cast doubt on the quarterback’s long-term future with the team.
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The Athletic Nfl Staff,
New York Times,
30 June 2026
Constitutional scholars have cast doubt on whether the Kansas law could withstand a legal challenge if tested.
—
Matthew Kelly
updated June 29,
Kansas City Star,
29 June 2026
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Pioneer Press,
Chicago Tribune,
5 July 2026
Those struggles and another premature playoff exit cast doubt on the quarterback’s long-term future with the team.
—
The Athletic Nfl Staff,
New York Times,
30 June 2026
Constitutional scholars have cast doubt on whether the Kansas law could withstand a legal challenge if tested.
—
Matthew Kelly
updated June 29,
Kansas City Star,
29 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for cast doubt on
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“Cast doubt on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cast%20doubt%20on. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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