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disputed statistics

[dɪˈspjuːtɪd stəˈtɪstɪks]
noun
estatísticas contestadas
1. Statistical data or numerical information that is subject to disagreement, challenge, or debate regarding its accuracy, validity, or interpretation
The disputed statistics about unemployment rates sparked heated debate between political parties.
As estatísticas contestadas sobre as taxas de desemprego provocaram um debate acalorado entre os partidos políticos.
2. Quantitative information whose credibility or reliability is questioned by experts, organizations, or stakeholders
Several organizations published disputed statistics regarding the environmental impact of the project.
Várias organizações publicaram estatísticas contestadas sobre o impacto ambiental do projeto.
Synonyms
contested statisticschallenged dataquestionable figurescontroversial numbersdebated statistics
Antonyms
verified statisticsconfirmed dataundisputed factsreliable figuresaccepted statistics

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
estatísticas contestadas
standard usage in Brazil
Portugal
estatísticas discutidas
also used in Portugal; 'discutidas' can mean both discussed and disputed
General Brazilian
estatísticas questionáveis
alternative form emphasizing the questionable nature

Related Idioms & Phrases

cook the books
numbers don't lie
take statistics with a grain of salt
the devil is in the data
lies, damned lies, and statistics
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