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questioned statistics

[ˈkwɛʃənd stəˈtɪstɪks]
noun
estatísticas questionadas
1. Statistical data or figures that have been challenged, disputed, or examined critically for accuracy, validity, or reliability
The questioned statistics on unemployment rates sparked debate among economists.
As estatísticas questionadas sobre as taxas de desemprego geraram debate entre economistas.
2. Data subjected to scrutiny or skepticism regarding methodology, sources, or conclusions
Researchers presented questioned statistics about climate change impact.
Os pesquisadores apresentaram estatísticas questionadas sobre o impacto das mudanças climáticas.
Synonyms
disputed statisticscontested datachallenged figuresdubious statisticssuspicious data
Antonyms
verified statisticsconfirmed dataestablished figuresreliable statistics

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
estatísticas questionadas
Standard usage across Brazil
Portugal
estatísticas questionadas
Standard usage in Portugal
General Brazilian
dados contestados
Alternative phrasing commonly used

Related Idioms & Phrases

take with a grain of salt
put into question
cast doubt on
call into question
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