questioning
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/ˈkwestʃənɪŋ/
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/ˈkwestʃənɪŋ/
the act of asking questions to get information or to clarify doubts
The suspect was taken in for questioning by the police.
嫌疑人被警方带走审问。
expressing doubt or a need for more information
He gave a questioning look when he didn't understand the instructions.
当他不理解指令时,他投来了一个询问的眼神。
exploring or unsure about one's sexuality, gender identity, or gender expression
The youth was in a questioning phase about their gender identity.
这个年轻人正处于对自己性别认同的质疑阶段。