Bring/throw something into question

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To make people have doubts about something.

The recent mistakes in the company's financial reports have brought the competence of their management team into question.
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Often appears as...

  • bring someone's competence into question
  • throw doubt into question
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Doubt Creation

Used when new information makes something previously thought to be true seem uncertain.

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His alibi being questioned throws the entire investigation into question.
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Negative Connotation

Often implies a negative judgment or a decline in credibility or reliability.

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The recent scandal brings the politician's integrity into question.
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Formal Context

Appropriate in formal situations such as academic discussions, legal arguments, or professional reports.

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This study brings into question the effectiveness of the new drug.
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