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The idiom "a question mark hangs over something" is used to express that there are unresolved issues, ambiguities, or unknowns related to the subject in question, and these factors cast doubt or ambiguity over the matter. The phrase originates from the literal image of a question mark, which represents uncertainty in written language.

What is the origin of the idiom "a question mark hangs over something" and when to use it?

a question mark [hang] over {sth}

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arguable

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(as|) far as {sb} [know]

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The idiom "be a matter of time" is used to convey the idea that a particular event or outcome is inevitable and will occur in the future, although the specific timing may be uncertain. Its origin is not precisely documented, but it has been used for many years to indicate the inevitability of a situation.

What is the origin of the idiom "be a matter of time" and when to use it?

to [be] (only|just|) a matter of time

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confusion

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debatable

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doubt

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to doubt

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doubtful

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dubious

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halting

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haltingly

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The idiom "have half a mind to" has an origin that can be traced back to the concept of divided or incomplete decision-making. The use of "half a mind" implies a state of contemplation or consideration, where one's thoughts or intentions are not fully committed or resolved. It conveys a sense of contemplation or consideration where one is seriously considering taking a certain course of action but has not fully committed to it yet.

What is the origin of the idiom "have half a mind to" and when to use it?

to [have] half a mind to

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to hesitate

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hesitation

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iffy

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impossible

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maybe

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not necessarily

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or what

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possibly

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Here you will learn some English words related to doubt, such as "hesitate", "dubious", and "confusion".

Doubt

English Words for "Doubt"