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    Using 质疑 (zhìyí) to express "to question"

    Emphasis
    Questions

    Structure

    质疑 + Object

    Explanation

    The word 质疑 (zhìyí) means "to question," "to challenge," or "to cast doubt on." It implies skepticism or challenging the validity of something, stronger than simply asking a question (提问). It is frequently used in news, debates, and formal discussions.

    Examples

    • 很多人质疑这个决定是否合理。

      Hěn duō rén zhìyí zhège juédìng shìfǒu hélǐ.

      Many people question whether this decision is reasonable.

    • 他的研究成果遭到了同行的质疑。

      Tā de yánjiū chéngguǒ zāodào le tóngháng de zhìyí.

      His research findings were questioned by his peers.

    • 面对外界的质疑，她选择用行动来证明自己。

      miànduì wàijiè de zhìyí, tā xuǎnzé yòng xíngdòng lái zhèngmíng zìjǐ.

      Facing outside doubts, she chose to prove herself through actions.

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