In question

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adjective

The specific thing being discussed or considered.

The person in question is not a member of staff here.
Visual representation of "in question" - The specific thing being discussed or considered

Often appears as...

  • person in question
  • item in question
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Contextual Clues

Look around the phrase for hints about what specifically 'in question' refers to.

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The report in question was on the CEO's desk yesterday.
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Immediate Reference

The phrase 'in question' often follows directly after the subject it identifies.

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The suspect in question was seen leaving the scene.
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Narrowing Down

Use 'in question' to single out one particular item from a general category.

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Of all the cakes, the one in question had a cherry on top.
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